A crunchy coating of biscotti lends taste and texture to this party favorite.

Makes about 24 pieces

ACTIVE TIME: 20 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 20 minutes

EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

1 large almond or hazelnut biscotti
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 pints strawberries, washed and dried

Crush biscotti in a food processor or with a rolling pin. Melt chocolate over a pan of hot water. Holding on to the stem, dip each strawberry in chocolate to coat about half the strawberry, then dip into biscotti crumbs. Place on a wire rack until chocolate has hardened.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per piece: 28 calories; 2 g fat (1 g sat, 0 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 4 g carbohydrate; 0 g protein; 1 g fiber; 3 mg sodium.
Nutrition bonus: Vitamin C (25% daily value).