Chocolate Covered Cherries
These decadent chocolate covered cherries are the perfect treat, combining sweet, juicy cherries with a smooth, rich chocolate shell. They’re easy to make at home and great for gifting or sharing during special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 jar 10 oz maraschino cherries, drained and with stems
- 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bars
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional, for smooth melting)
Instructions
- Drain the maraschino cherries well and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate and coconut oil (if using) together. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
- Hold each cherry by the stem and dip it into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Let the excess chocolate drip off.
- Place the dipped cherries on a parchment-lined baking sheet. You can decorate them with toppings like crushed nuts or sea salt at this point.
- Refrigerate the cherries for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate is completely set.
- Once the chocolate is firm, your chocolate covered cherries are ready to enjoy! Store them in an airtight container in the fridge or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 2cherriesCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 5mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
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