Irresistible Chocolate Covered Treats for National Chocolate Day

If there was ever a day made for chocolate lovers, it’s National Chocolate Day! Whether you’re a dipper, drizzler, or full-on chocoholic, these chocolate-covered treats are calling your name. From juicy strawberries and creamy mini cheesecakes to sweet and salty popcorn and crunchy almonds, every bite is pure indulgence. So grab your favorite chocolate, melt it down, dip to your heart’s content, and celebrate the sweetest day of the year in the most delicious way possible.

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Mini Cheesecakes

Cheesecake slices topped with chocolate-covered strawberries on a white plate. Red checkered cloth and wooden spoons beside. — Chocolate Covered Strawberry Mini Cheesecakes. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

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These bite-sized cheesecakes are topped with whole chocolate-dipped strawberries, giving you two desserts in one. The creamy filling balances the freshness of the fruit and the richness of the shell. Each one is compact, elegant, and easy to serve. They’re perfect for trays or small celebrations.
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Chocolate Covered Ice Cream Bites

Think of these as mini frozen truffles with an ice cream center. Once dipped in chocolate, they firm up into the kind of cold, crackly snack that vanishes fast. They’re portioned small so you can have one or three. Great to keep in the freezer for a quick dessert fix.
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Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Juicy strawberries dipped in a glossy chocolate shell never get old. They’re fast to make, naturally portioned, and always feel like a treat. You can line them up on a tray or drop them into a box for a quick gift. They’re as much about presentation as they are about taste.
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White Chocolate Covered Strawberries

These take the classic version and flip the contrast—light on the outside, bold on the inside. White chocolate adds a soft, creamy sweetness that changes the whole bite. They’re an easy way to mix things up without changing much. Ideal when you want the look to stand out.
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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Dessert

Piece of strawberry dessert on a white plate, closeup. — Chocolate Covered Strawberry Dessert. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

This layered dessert leans all the way into the strawberry and chocolate combo, no dipping required. It might be a trifle, parfait, or layered cake, depending on how far you want to go. The chocolate comes in soft instead of hard, often as ganache or drizzle. It’s a spoon dessert with the same flavor pairing, just more of it.
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Chocolate Covered Kettle Corn Bars

A large rectangular chocolate-topped dessert bar with a popcorn and nut base, cut into smaller pieces, sprinkled with coarse salt, on a sheet of parchment paper. — Chocolate Covered Kettle Corn Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These bars press sweet-salty kettle corn into a firm base and top it with a generous chocolate layer. It’s like popcorn balls, but neater, crunchier, and easier to portion. They pack well and stay crisp. A snack disguised as dessert.
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Chocolate Covered Ritz Crackers

The buttery crunch of Ritz turns into something totally different when it meets chocolate. Alone or with a peanut butter center, they come together fast and deliver that sweet-salty balance people always reach for. You can dip, drizzle, or sandwich depending on the vibe. They taste like effort without needing much.
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How to Make Chocolate Covered Almonds

A white bowl filled with chocolate-covered almonds with a metal spoon resting inside. — How to Make Chocolate Covered Almonds. Photo credit: The Honour System.

This guide shows how to coat almonds evenly and keep them from clumping, so you get that glossy, clean finish. A few extra tips make all the difference between store-bought look and homemade mess. You can flavor the chocolate or dust them once cooled. A simple pantry treat you’ll keep in rotation.
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Halloween Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Strawberries dipped in white chocolate with faces drawn in dark chocolate, arranged in paper cups and on a white platter. — Halloween Chocolate Covered Strawberries. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

These aren’t just strawberries with sprinkles, they’re costumed, themed, and sometimes even spooky. You’ll find ones made to look like eyeballs, pumpkins, or mummies with edible decorations. They bring a playful look to dessert trays. All the fun of Halloween, no baking required.
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Chocolate Covered Pineapple Dessert

A piece of chocolate covered dessert on a plate next to a pan of dessert. — Chocolate Covered Pineapple Dessert. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

This one leans tropical, with tangy-sweet pineapple rings or chunks dipped in rich chocolate. The cool thing here is how juicy the fruit stays under the shell. Serve them cold for extra bite. Great for parties when you want something fresh but still sweet.
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Chocolate Covered Popcorn

A white bowl filled with popcorn drizzled with melted chocolate, placed on a marble surface next to a jar of popcorn kernels and a tray with more chocolate-drizzled popcorn. — Chocolate Covered Popcorn. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This version skips the bar form and keeps the popcorn loose and drizzled or tossed in chocolate. Every piece has a bit of coating, and the texture mix is totally addicting. You can toss in extras like nuts or crushed pretzels. One of the easiest crowd-pleasers on this list.
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Chocolate Covered Oranges

Orange segments dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt are arranged on a speckled plate, with whole oranges and an orange napkin nearby. — Chocolate Covered Oranges. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Thin orange slices or segments take on a whole new personality when dipped in chocolate. The citrus oils and sweet chocolate play off each other in the best way. You can candy the orange first or keep it fresh. They’re bright, sharp, and unexpected.
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Halloween Chocolate Covered Oreos

A plate with five Halloween-themed cookies decorated as a ghost, Frankenstein, purple monster, and two jack-o-lanterns, on an orange polka dot tablecloth. — Halloween Chocolate Covered Oreos. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

These Oreos go full costume, with candy eyes, colored coatings, and themes like mummies, spiders, or monsters. The design is half the fun, no two need to look the same. They’re kid-friendly and party-ready. Just dip, decorate, and let them set.
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Chocolate Covered Cherries – Cherry Cordials

Chocolate truffles decorated with green holly leaves and red berries; one truffle is bitten in half, revealing a white and red filling. — Chocolate Covered Cherries – Cherry Cordials. Photo credit: xoxo Bella.

These are the old-school treats where whole cherries sit inside a sugary center, wrapped in thick chocolate. Over time, the filling turns liquid, creating that signature syrupy bite. Making them takes patience, but the results are classic. A vintage candy that still feels like a treat.
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