Khaberni - Chocolate-covered strawberries have re-emerged at the forefront after a widespread surge across social platforms, where homemade preparation clips and tasting experiences in global markets and famous stores have reignited the momentum to a recipe that seemed simple at first glance, but carried dimensions beyond the attractive appearance.
Secrets of preparation and the perfect consistency
According to circulated videos, the quality of the final result depends on the precision of execution, starting with washing large, fresh strawberries and drying them completely to ensure the chocolate adheres well. It is also advised to keep the green leaves not only as a decorative element, but to facilitate the dipping process.
The chocolate melting stage, whether dark or milk, involves using a water bath or microwave in short intervals of 20 seconds, with the addition of a teaspoon of coconut oil to give the coating an attractive shine and high fluidity.
"Dubai" touches and the effect of algorithms
New versions of this trend rely on "Dubai chocolate" that mixes strawberries with pistachio cream and crunchy kunafa paste, or pieces of cookies, which adds more "sugar" to the taste and thickness to the consistency.
To achieve a "professional bakery" look that invades "Instagram" and "TikTok", it is preferred to decorate the pieces with zigzag lines of white chocolate, or sprinkle ground Aleppo pistachios, or even use gold flakes before the coating completely solidifies in the fridge for a period ranging between 20 to 30 minutes.
The scientific truth behind the trend
Dr. Shaimaa Hakim, a specialist in therapeutic nutrition and public health, in exclusive statements to 24, revealed the true nutritional face of this trend that has re-emerged as a focal point in 2026, explaining that strawberries are an excellent fruit for scientific reasons, as they are low in calories, and rich in antioxidants, including anthocyanins and vitamin C, which play a fundamental role in boosting the body's immunity, reducing inflammation rates, and regulating blood sugar and harmful fat levels. However, the picture changes entirely when this fruit is drowned in chocolate added with sugar and saturated fats.
However, Shaimaa Hakim explains that "the scene changes completely" when this fruit is immersed in a sea of chocolate added with sugar and saturated fats, as the scientific picture of the final product reveals a radical transformation; where 4 medium-sized strawberries turn from a fiber-rich meal into a fast-absorbing snack that causes a sharp and sudden rise in blood sugar, especially if eaten on an empty stomach.
And the result, as she describes, is a fast-absorbing meal that quickly raises blood sugar, especially when consumed alone without other food. Dr. Hakim precisely identifies the problem: it is not the strawberries that are the issue, but the amount of added sugar and fats that transform a beneficial fruit into "candy wrapped with a healthy idea".
Risks of "candy wrapped with a healthy idea"
The nutrition expert confirms that this composition enhances the brain's association with the intense sweet taste, posing a special hazard to specific groups:
Patients with insulin resistance and diabetes: Due to the direct impact on glucose levels.
Obesity patients: Given the calorie density in a small volume.
Children: Due to the risk of conditioning their taste to excessive sugar levels.
Protocol for safe enjoyment of the trend
To prevent consumers from having to entirely deprive themselves of the aesthetic experience, Dr. Shaimaa Hakim set a series of practical recommendations to reduce the negative impact of the recipe:
Selecting ingredients: Use dark chocolate containing 70% cocoa or more.
Coating technique: Limiting to a very thin layer instead of full immersion.
Additional purity: Avoid adding any oils or butter to the melted chocolate.
Ideal timing: It is preferable to consume them after a complete meal and not as a substitute for it or on an empty stomach.
The therapeutic nutrition expert concluded her vision with an important alert for families; while trends attract the eye, the real impact on blood sugar and immunity remains the actual measure of our children's health, emphasizing a golden rule: "Not everything that contains fruit is necessarily a healthy choice".
It is worth mentioning that chocolate-covered strawberries are a "nutritional trap" par excellence if the quality and quantity of the coating are not controlled; thus, you can enjoy the visual aspect of the trend by using very thin layers of dark chocolate to ensure a balance between sensory pleasure and dietary safety.
