Can you make strawberry salsa ahead of time?

Yes! You can prepare chocolate chips and strawberry salsa up to 24 hours in advance. Keep it tightly covered in the refrigerator. For best results, fold in the chocolate chips just before serving to maintain texture and avoid melting.

Do chocolate chips melt in salsa?

They can—if added too early or if the chocolate chips and strawberry salsa is warm. To prevent this, chill the salsa before adding the chocolate chips and choose stable varieties like semi-sweet or dark that hold their shape at room temperature.

What else can I serve with chocolate chips and strawberry salsa?

This chocolate chips and strawberry salsa sweet-savory treat pairs beautifully with cinnamon pita chips, crostini, shortbread cookies, pancakes, yogurt bowls, and even waffles. It’s also a surprising hit on a dessert board.

Can I use frozen strawberries in salsa?

You can, but to make chocolate chips and strawberry salsa with frozen strawberries, they must be fully thawed and well-drained. Frozen berries release more water, which can make the salsa watery and dilute the flavor. When fresh berries are in season, they’re definitely the better option.

Chocolate Chips and Strawberry Salsa

Name: Chocolate Chips and Strawberry Salsa: The Best Sweet-Savory Fusion
Prep time: 1 h 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 2 cups diced fresh strawberries; 1 tbsp finely chopped red onion; 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint or basil; 1 tsp lime zest; Juice of ½ lime; Pinch of sea salt; ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional); ½ cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips

Description

A sweet-savory fusion of chocolate chips and strawberry salsa. This vibrant no-bake recipe is perfect for brunch boards, dessert dips, and summer parties.

Ingredients

2 cups diced fresh strawberries

1 tbsp finely chopped red onion

1 tbsp chopped fresh mint or basil

1 tsp lime zest

Juice of ½ lime

Pinch of sea salt

¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)

½ cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips

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Instructions

1. Rinse and dice strawberries evenly.

2. Mix red onion, herbs, lime zest, juice, and salt in a bowl.

3. Let rest 5 minutes to soften and blend flavors.

4. Fold in diced strawberries gently.

5. Add chili flakes and mix again if desired.

6. Chill the salsa for 10–15 minutes.

7. Fold in chocolate chips just before serving.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for 24 hours.

Add chocolate chips only before serving to prevent melting.

Use ripe, fresh strawberries for best results.

Prep Time: 15 minuten
Cook Time: 0 minuten
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: Fusion