How Do You Put Letters on Chocolate Covered Strawberries?

You put letters on chocolate-covered strawberries by using melted chocolate in a piping bag to carefully trace the desired letters.

Here's a breakdown of the process:

Steps to Add Letters to Chocolate-Covered Strawberries:

Prepare your piping bag: If you have leftover melted chocolate from dipping your strawberries, this is ideal. Otherwise, melt a small amount of chocolate (white or dark, depending on the desired contrast) specifically for writing. Place the melted chocolate in a piping bag. If you don't have a piping bag, a plastic bag will work; simply snip a very tiny piece off one corner to create a small opening.
Practice (optional but recommended): Before writing on your strawberries, practice piping the letters or words on a piece of parchment paper or a plate. This will help you get a feel for the consistency of the chocolate and the pressure needed to create neat letters.
Pipe the letters: Gently squeeze the piping bag to release a small, consistent stream of chocolate. Carefully trace the letters or words onto the cooled, chocolate-covered strawberries. Work slowly and steadily for best results.
Cool and Harden: Allow the piped chocolate letters to cool and harden completely. This will prevent smudging. You can place the strawberries in the refrigerator for a few minutes to speed up the process.

Chocolate Consistency: Make sure your melted chocolate is smooth and flows easily, but isn't too hot or thin. If it's too hot, it will melt the chocolate on the strawberry. If it's too thick, it will be difficult to pipe neatly.
Piping Bag Opening: The size of the opening on your piping bag will affect the thickness of your letters. A very small opening is best for delicate lettering.
Steady Hand: Take your time and focus on creating even, consistent lines. Rest your elbow on the counter for extra stability.
Contrast: Consider using a different color of chocolate for the letters to make them stand out against the base chocolate coating on the strawberries. White chocolate on dark chocolate or vice versa creates a nice visual contrast.
Font Choice: Keep your font choice simple and easy to read, especially on smaller strawberries.

By following these steps and tips, you can add personalized messages and decorations to your chocolate-covered strawberries with ease!