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Strawberry Almond Chocolate Pinecones (Gluten-Free)

A cozy holiday treat made from fresh strawberries, sliced almonds, and melty chocolate. Crunchy, sweet, and SO cute on dessert boards.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 pinecones

Ingredients
  

  • 12-15 Fresh strawberries hulled
  • 1 cup Sliced almonds
  • 7 ounces Melted chocolate milk or dark—whatever you prefer

Instructions
 

  • Prep the strawberries: Rinse and dry the strawberries completely so the almonds stick well. Remove the green tops.
  • Create the "pinecone" shape: Hold each strawberry on its side and gently poke sliced almonds into the surface, working from bottom to top. Angle the almond slices slightly downward—this makes the "pinecone scales."
  • Dip in chocolate: Melt chocolate until smooth and glossy. Dip each almond-studded strawberry fully or drizzle heavily over the top. Let the excess drip off.
  • Set the pinecones: Place on parchment-lined sheet pan. The chocolate will pool slightly around the base. Chill until fully set, about 15–20 minutes.
  • Serve: Enjoy as part of a dessert board, gift box, or holiday snack!

Notes

Use strawberries that are firm and not too large—almonds hold better.
If almonds fall out while dipping, gently press them back in before chilling.
Keyword strawberry pinecones
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