Vegan Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Last Updated on November 21, 2025 by Heather Reseck
Belief Bakery #27
This recipe for Vegan Chocolate-Covered Strawberries was published in Guide magazine’s October 18, 2025 issue, a weekly publication for children ages 10-14. It is number 27 in a series of 28 installments called “Belief Bakery,” which uses hands-on cooking projects to illustrate the 28 fundamental beliefs of Seventh-day Adventists.
This project is in collaboration with my husband, Greg Reseck, a retired educator specializing in project-based learning.
We emphasize the love of God and biblical concepts, tying them into fun cooking projects with healthy, plant-based recipes. This kid-friendly recipe features Adventist Belief 27: The Millennium and the End of Sin.
A Celebration of Love
When Jesus returns to earth and takes those who love Him to heaven, the brightness of His holiness will destroy everything left on earth, including those who cling to selfishness and sin.
Satan and his evil angels will be confined to the desolate earth without anyone to deceive. Deprived of power, Satan will be left to contemplate his punishment for instigating rebellion against God and His love.
In heaven, we will experience joy in the presence of Jesus and express our gratitude to Him for His amazing grace and redeeming love. We will participate in the judgment of the unrighteous. We will wonder why some we love are not in heaven. God will open the records and show us a transparent explanation. Along with Him, we will shed bitter tears. Yet we will see God’s love demonstrated in how He respects the choices of those who refused His love and rejected His gift of salvation.
The 1000 years between the first and second resurrection is called the millennium. At the end of this time, the final showdown between good and evil will happen. God will transport us and the New Jerusalem to earth (see Revelation 21:1-3).
God will end Satan’s isolation by resurrecting the wicked (see Revelation 20:7). They will stand before God. They will have their lives replayed before them and understand why they will not be allowed to live in heaven (see Revelation 20:12). They will realize they would not be happy there.
Then God will send fire to destroy evil and those clinging to it. The fire burns until the fuel is consumed, like a handful of dried grass thrown into a campfire (see Malachi 4:1). (The concept of eternal torment in hell is one of the devil’s deceptions intended to misrepresent God’s love.)
Sin is brought to an end in such a way that ensures it will never rise again. It will be clear to everyone in the universe that God did everything He could to save each person.
Our Heavenly Father will wipe away all of our tears (see Revelation 21:4). We will rejoice because sin and suffering are gone forever!
Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
In this cooking project, you’ll make a special dessert often served as a celebration of love. Chocolate-covered strawberries will help us celebrate the ultimate triumph of God’s love. The slight bitterness of the chocolate reminds us of God’s sadness for those who do not respond to His love.
Difficulty
- Easy
Before You Begin
Adult supervision is recommended for inexperienced junior chefs.
- Read through the recipe, variations, and tips.
- Arrange to buy any ingredients that you need.
Steps to Get Ready to Cook
- Wash your hands with soap and water.
- Gather the ingredients.
- Gather the equipment.
Equipment for Vegan Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Colander
- Parchment paper
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Small microwave-safe bowl
- Spoon for stirring
- Paper towels
Ingredients for Vegan Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
- strawberries
- vegan semi-sweet chocolate chips
- coconut oil or shortening
See the recipe card for specific measurements.
Directions for Vegan Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
- Place strawberries in a colander and rinse under running water. Let drain.
- Carefully dry strawberries with paper towels.
- Place strawberries in a single layer on a paper towel to finish drying completely, about 30-60 minutes.
- Place chocolate chips and oil in a small glass bowl.
- Microwave for 20 seconds. Remove from the microwave and stir.
- Microwave for another 20 seconds. Stir.
- Repeat until about 75% of the chocolate is melted. Remove from the microwave.
- Stir until all of the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Hold one strawberry by the leaves and dip it into the chocolate, turning it until about ¾ of it is coated. Gently turn the strawberry to let the excess chocolate drip off. Place on the prepared pan.
- Repeat with the remaining strawberries.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate hardens, about 30 minutes.
- For best results, serve the same day you make them.
- Wash the dishes and clean up the kitchen.
How to Store Vegan Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
- Store leftovers at room temperature or refrigerate for up to two days.
Variation
- Vegan Chocolate-Covered Strawberries with Toppings: Roll the dipped strawberries in crushed nuts, shredded coconut, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips.
Tip for Vegan Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
- Be sure the strawberries, bowl, and spoon are thoroughly dry. For best results, let the strawberries dry for 30-60 minutes before dipping them.
Health Bite
When you make healthful choices, you choose to live in harmony with the laws of health established by your Creator God. These include eating healthy food, getting enough sleep, drinking plenty of water, and getting exercise. These healthy habits place you in a position to experience the blessings of good health.
Other Kid-Friendly Dessert Recipes
- Vegan Cream Cheese Mints
- Vegan Mexican Wedding Cookies
- Banana Ice Cream
- Vegan Caramel Corn
- Vegan Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie
Recipe Video
Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Colander
- Parchment paper
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Small microwave-safe bowl
- Spoon for stirring
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 1 pint strawberries about 12-15 medium strawberries
- ¾ cup vegan semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1½ teaspoons coconut oil or shortening
Instructions
- Place strawberries in a colander and rinse under running water. Let drain.
- Carefully dry strawberries with paper towels.
- Place strawberries in a single layer on a paper towel to finish drying completely, about 30-60 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- Place chocolate chips and oil in a small glass bowl.
- Microwave for 20 seconds. Remove from the microwave and stir.
- Microwave for another 20 seconds. Stir.
- Repeat until about 75% of the chocolate is melted. Remove from the microwave.
- Stir until all of the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Hold one strawberry by the leaves and dip it into the chocolate, turning it until about ¾ of it is coated. Gently turn the strawberry to let the excess chocolate drip off. Place on the prepared pan.
- Repeat with the remaining strawberries.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate hardens, about 30 minutes.
- For best results, serve the same day.
- Wash the dishes and clean up the kitchen.
- Variation:
Notes
- Chocolate-Covered Strawberries with Toppings: Roll the dipped strawberries in crushed nuts, shredded coconut, sprinkles, or mini chocolate chips.
- Be sure the strawberries, bowl, and spoon are thoroughly dry. Store leftovers at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
