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Pumpkin Patch Strawberries Recipe

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This Pumpkin Patch Strawberries recipe offers a festive and fun way to transform fresh strawberries into adorable pumpkin-shaped treats. Coated in vibrant orange melted candy or chocolate, decorated with chocolate ‘ridges,’ and served on a bed of crushed chocolate cookies to resemble soil, these treats are perfect for Halloween parties or autumn gatherings.

Ingredients

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For the Strawberries

  • 1 lb fresh strawberries (large, firm with bright green tops)
  • 12 oz orange candy melts (or white chocolate with orange food coloring)
  • 1 tsp coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother melting)

For the “Dirt” Base (Optional)

  • 12 chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos), crushed
  • 6 chocolate peanut butter cups or chocolate disks (optional, for added texture)

For Decoration

  • 2–3 tbsp of the melted orange chocolate (set aside for drizzling)
  • Piping bag or zip-top bag with a tiny corner snipped off

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries, ensuring they are completely moisture-free by patting with paper towels and letting them rest on a clean towel. This prevents the chocolate from seizing or sliding off.
  2. Melt the Chocolate: Place the orange candy melts or white chocolate mixed with orange food coloring into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring well after each interval until smooth. If the chocolate is too thick, incorporate the optional coconut oil or shortening for a thinner consistency.
  3. Dip the Strawberries: Holding each strawberry by the leafy top, dip it into the melted chocolate, turning gently to coat evenly. Let excess chocolate drip off before placing the strawberry on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with all berries.
  4. Add the Pumpkin Ridges: Allow the dipped strawberries to set for 5 to 10 minutes. Fill a piping bag or a zip-top bag with some reserved melted chocolate and pipe thin vertical lines from top to bottom on each strawberry to mimic pumpkin ridges.
  5. Create the Patch: Crush chocolate sandwich cookies finely to create a ‘dirt’ layer. Spread this crumb mixture over a serving tray or platter. Arrange the decorated strawberries on top like a garden patch, spacing them evenly. Add chocolate peanut butter cups or disks as decorative stepping stones for added texture and visual appeal.

Notes

  • Ensure strawberries are completely dry before dipping to avoid chocolate seizing.
  • If unable to find orange candy melts, use white chocolate with orange food coloring as a substitute.
  • Coconut oil or shortening is optional but helps achieve smoother melted chocolate consistency.
  • The cookie crumb base is optional but adds fun presentation and texture.
  • Chocolate peanut butter cups as stepping stones are optional but enhance the display.
  • Store finished strawberries in a cool place to prevent melting or chocolate bloom.

Keywords: pumpkin strawberries, Halloween treats, festive dessert, chocolate dipped strawberries, fall recipe, candy melts strawberries

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