Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Rinse the strawberries gently under cool water, then pat them dry with care.
- Remove the leafy tops from the strawberries, creating a flat base for each berry.
Melting Candy
- Melt the candy melts in a double boiler over softly simmering water, stirring slowly until smooth.
Dipping Strawberries
- Dip each strawberry into the melted candy, allowing excess to drip back into the bowl.
- Place the dipped strawberry onto the center of a frosted oatmeal cookie.
- For extra adhesion, add a dollop of melted candy onto the cookie before placing the strawberry.
Decoration
- Sprinkle nonpareils over the candy-coated strawberries before the candy hardens.
- Crown each cookie tree with a yellow star candy.
Serving
- Present on a delicate platter to allow the cookie trees to shine.
Notes
Store in a cool, dry place, well-sealed to maintain integrity. Best consumed within two days for freshness. Opt for high-quality chocolate melts and firm strawberries for best results.