Name: Strawberry Turkeys Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 13-16 fresh strawberries; Stick pretzels (about 13-16, halved); Mini marshmallows (enough to cut in halves for legs); 11.5 oz bag milk chocolate chips; 11.5 oz bag white chocolate chips

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Introduction

Strawberry Turkeys are a fun and festive treat perfect for holiday gatherings or a playful snack. Combining fresh strawberries with pretzels, marshmallows, and chocolate, they are both charming and delicious.

The image shows a group of chocolate-covered strawberries styled to look like little figures sitting or leaning back with arms and legs made from chocolate sticks, and small white tips representing hands and feet. Each strawberry is fully coated in smooth dark chocolate, with green leafy tops still visible on each berry. There are three rows, with five strawberries on the top row, four in the middle, and six in the front, all placed on white parchment paper. The background includes a white marbled countertop, part of a silver Instant Pot, and a white container on the side. The lighting is soft, highlighting the glossy texture of the chocolate. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

13-16 fresh strawberries
Pretzel sticks

Mini marshmallows
11.5 oz bag milk chocolate chips

11.5 oz bag white chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1: Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to prepare for placing your turkeys.

Step 2: Snap the pretzel sticks in half. Cut each mini marshmallow diagonally in half to create a flat edge for attaching to the strawberries. Insert the pretzel sticks into the flat side of each marshmallow half.
Step 3: Melt the entire bag of milk chocolate chips together with an additional ½ cup of white chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave. If using a microwave, heat in 20-second intervals for no longer than 1 minute total to avoid ruining the chocolate.
Step 4: Dip just the flat edge of the marshmallows (attached to pretzels) into the milk chocolate and place one on each side of the strawberry to represent “legs.” Arrange these on the parchment paper and refrigerate for 10 minutes to harden.

Step 5: Insert a skewer through the top of each strawberry. Dip the entire strawberry into the milk chocolate, letting excess drip off, then place back on parchment paper to cool.
Step 6: Refrigerate for at least 30 to 60 minutes until the chocolate hardens completely.
Step 7: Melt about ½ cup of white chocolate chips and dip just the ends of the pretzels to create the turkey “feet.” Place back in the fridge for 20 minutes to set before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate for a richer flavor contrast.
Swap mini marshmallows for small almond slices for a crunchier “feather” look.
Make sure strawberries are completely dry before dipping to help chocolate adhere better.

Try colorful sprinkles on the legs before the chocolate hardens to add extra fun.

Storage

Store Strawberry Turkeys in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To enjoy, bring them to room temperature for about 10 minutes so the chocolate softens slightly. Avoid freezing as it can affect the texture of the strawberries and chocolate.

How to Serve

The image shows a collection of strawberries with dipped pretzel sticks on a white marbled surface lined with parchment paper. Each strawberry is bright red with green leafy tops, standing upright with two small brown pretzel sticks inserted at the base, dipped halfway in smooth milk chocolate. The chocolate is shiny and melts slightly where it touches the berries and pretzels, creating a fresh and tasty look. The strawberries and pretzels are arranged in rows, giving a neat and appetizing presentation. In the background, kitchen items like a silver appliance and containers are faintly visible. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other berries instead of strawberries?

While strawberries work best due to their size and shape, large raspberries or blackberries could be used but may not hold the pretzel legs as securely.

How do I prevent the chocolate from seizing when melting?

Heat the chocolate slowly and avoid any contact with water. Use short microwave intervals or a gentle double boiler to keep the chocolate smooth and melted.