Description
Classic chocolate covered cherries with sweet maraschino cherries enveloped in smooth, rich chocolate—a perfect bite-sized treat for holidays or special occasions.
Ingredients
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- 1 jar (10 oz) maraschino cherries, drained with stems
- 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips or bars, chopped
- 1 tsp coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional, for smooth melting)
Instructions
- Drain cherries well and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Melt chocolate and oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth, or use a double boiler.
- Holding cherries by the stem, dip each cherry into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
- Place dipped cherries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate cherries for at least 30 minutes or until chocolate is set.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Dry cherries thoroughly to prevent chocolate from seizing.
- Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor and texture.
- For extra flair, sprinkle chopped nuts or coconut flakes before chocolate sets.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Can substitute fresh cherries if desired, but remove pits first.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cherries
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg