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Strawberry Chocolate Chip "Ladybugs" Recipe

Contributors: Stacey Antine, MS, RD, and HealthBarn USA

Published: January 24, 2018

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Rebecca Clyde, MS, RDN, CD

There is nothing better than fresh strawberries. Not only are they naturally sweet and delicious, but they’re loaded with vitamin C, which helps keep our immune systems strong and healthy. Strawberries are a great snack by themselves, or you can add a dose of antioxidants by making these chocolate ladybugs. In just minutes you have a sweet, healthy treat that everyone loves.

Ingredients

5 fresh, large whole strawberries
30 semi-sweet dark chocolate chips

Directions

Before you begin: Wash your hands.

  1. Cut the tops off the strawberries and cut them in half lengthwise.
  2. With your fingers, gently push three chocolate chips into each half to create the ladybug's spots.
  3. Serve on a fun platter.

Nutrition Information

Serving size: 5 strawberries

Calories: 100; Total Fat: 4.5g; Saturated Fat: 2.5g; Trans Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 0mg; Total Carbohydrate: 16g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugars: 12g; Protein: 2g. 

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