Chocolate Covered Strawberry Turkeys

Thanksgiving desserts don’t have to be complicated to be fun!

These Chocolate Covered Strawberry Turkeys are a cute and festive treat that will bring a little extra personality to your holiday dessert table.

They’re made with fresh strawberries, milk chocolate, candy corn, and candy eyes to create the sweetest little turkeys.

If you’re looking for something a little different to make for Thanksgiving, these chocolate-covered strawberries are just the thing. Each strawberry gets transformed into an adorable turkey with a chocolate coating and a silly little face. They’re almost too cute to eat!

These are also a fun treat to make with kids. You don’t need any special decorating skills, and you can have fun giving each turkey its own personality.

Whether you’re serving them at Thanksgiving dinner, bringing them to a holiday gathering, or making them just because, these little turkeys are sure to get some attention!

The Ingredients for Chocolate Covered Strawberry Turkeys

Fresh Strawberries: Choose large strawberries that have their green leaves attached. The leaves make a convenient handle for dipping and add a cute finishing touch to the turkeys.

Milk Chocolate Chips: These are used to coat the strawberries and give them a smooth, chocolatey exterior. You can also use milk chocolate melting wafers.

Candy Eyes: Small candy eyes bring the turkey faces to life. You’ll need two for each strawberry.

Candy Corn: Candy corn is used to make the turkey’s beak. The yellow, orange, and white colors make them perfect for this project.

Red Frosting: A small piece of red frosting creates the turkey’s wattle, the little red part hanging beside its beak.

How to Make Chocolate Covered Strawberry Turkeys

Wash the strawberries and dry them very thoroughly with paper towels. Make sure there is no moisture left on the berries. Keep the green leaves attached.

Add the chocolate chips to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until completely melted and smooth. 

Hold each strawberry by its green leaves and dip it into the melted chocolate, coating the berry while leaving the green leaves exposed. Let excess chocolate drip off.

Place the strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet with the pointed end facing down. Allow the chocolate to firm up slightly, but not completely.

Press two candy eyes onto the front of each strawberry. Add one candy corn piece underneath the eyes for the beak.

Refrigerate until the chocolate is completely firm. Once the chocolate is set, use the red frosting to pipe a tiny curved shape next to the beak.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get the candy decorations to stick to the strawberries?

The easiest way is to attach the candy decorations while the chocolate coating is still slightly wet. If the chocolate has already started to harden, use a small dab of melted chocolate as glue to attach the candy eyes and beak.

Can I use white chocolate instead of milk chocolate?

Yes! White chocolate is another fun option. You can also use dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate if you prefer a less sweet coating. Just make sure to use chocolate that melts smoothly for dipping.

Can I make Chocolate Covered Strawberry Turkeys ahead of time?

Yes, you can make them a day ahead of Thanksgiving. Store them in a single layer in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For the best appearance and texture, I recommend making them as close to serving time as possible.

How should I store leftover chocolate covered strawberries?

Store leftover strawberries in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They’re best enjoyed within 1–2 days. Keep in mind that fresh strawberries release moisture as they sit, so the chocolate coating may become less firm over time.

Here are some recipes using leftover Thanksgiving turkey:

Turkey and Vegetable Soup

Turkey Pot Pie Skillet

Leftover Turkey Sandwich

Turkey and Rice Soup