Description
Indulge in the divine combination of sweet maraschino cherries and rich chocolate with this easy-to-make Chocolate Covered Cherries recipe. These delightful treats are perfect for any occasion—be it holidays, parties, or as a special dessert. Each cherry is enveloped in a soft fondant layer, creating a unique texture that is simply irresistible. Plus, they can be customized with various toppings to suit your taste or event theme. Impress your family and friends with these elegant homemade chocolates that are not only delicious but also fun to make together!
Ingredients
- 1 jar maraschino cherries with stems (16 ounces)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 16 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
- Red candy melting wafers (optional for drizzling)
Instructions
- Drain cherries and dry thoroughly on paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix 3 cups powdered sugar, softened butter, and 1/4 cup cherry juice until smooth. Gradually add remaining powdered sugar until pliable dough forms; refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Shape fondant around each cherry into smooth balls; chill for another 20 minutes.
- Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in increments, stirring between each until smooth.
- Dip each cherry by its stem in melted chocolate; allow excess to drip off and place on parchment paper.
- Optional: Drizzle melted red candy wafers over chocolate-covered cherries before they set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required, melting and assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cherry (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Ensure cherries are completely dry for better fondant adhesion. Use high-quality chocolate for optimal flavor. Experiment with different fruits or toppings to customize your treat.