- 24 strawberries, rinsed and patted dry
- 8 ounces NESTLE CHOCOLATIER™ 62% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Baking Bar, broken into pieces
- 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
- Line baking sheet with wax paper.
- Microwave chocolate and shortening in medium, uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on High (100%) power for 1 minute; stir. If pieces retain some of their original shape, microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring just until melted.
- Hold strawberry by the stem or with a wooden pick and dip into melted chocolate; shake off excess. Place on prepared baking sheet; refrigerate until set, about 15 minutes.