Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Step 1Rinse the strawberries and thoroughly pat them dry. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

Step 2In a small, microwave-safe bowl, place 3/4 cup of semisweet chocolate chips. Place 3/4 cup of white chocolate chips in a separate small, microwave-safe bowl.

Step 3Microwave each bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is mostly melted, 90 seconds total. Add the remaining 1/4 cup of semisweet chocolate chips and remaining 1/4 cup of white chocolate chips to their respective bowls; stir until smooth. (Microwave an additional 15 to 30 seconds, if needed).

Step 4To dip the strawberries, stick a toothpick in the stem end of a berry, then dip it into the desired chocolate, swirling to coat. Transfer the dipped berry to the lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining berries.

Step 5Working quickly before the chocolate coating sets, sprinkle the berries with toppings such as sprinkles, chopped pistachios, toasted coconut, or freeze-dried strawberries, if you like. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to help the chocolate set, if needed. If desired, microwave the chocolate that remains in the bowls for 30 seconds, at 50% power, and drizzle over the coated berries.