Candy/Confectionery | Vegetarian

Cherry Candy Bar

Prunus avium/cerasus, Theobroma cacao Allergens: Milk,Soy,Tree Nuts,Peanuts
Cherry Candy Bar

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Malvaceae|Rosaceae
  • Primary Cuisine American
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Sugar|Cocoa|Milk Solids|Cherries/Cherry Flavoring

What Is Cherry Candy Bar?

A confectionary bar featuring a cherry-flavored filling, often enrobed in chocolate.

What Does Cherry Candy Bar Taste Like?

Cherry Candy Bar has a sweet,chocolatey,cherry,creamy taste with chocolate,cherry,vanilla aromas.

Taste
Sweet,Chocolatey,Cherry,Creamy
Texture
Chewy,Smooth,Firm
Aroma
Chocolate,Cherry,Vanilla
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 50g (1 bar)
Calories480 kcal
Total Fat25g
Saturated Fat15g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol10mg
Protein5g
Total Carbohydrate60g
Dietary Fiber2g
Total Sugars50g
Calcium100mg
Iron2mg
Potassium150mg

Chef’s Secret

Melted cherry candy bars can be incorporated into brownies or cookie dough for an intense flavor burst, or used as a quick frosting.

Cherry Candy Bar Substitutes & Ratios

The best substitute for Cherry Candy Bar is Chocolate Covered Cherries, used at a 1:1 by weight ratio. Offers the classic combination of chocolate and cherry, similar flavor profile, often with a liquid center.

Substitutes for Cherry Candy Bar with ratios
Substitute Ratio Best for
Chocolate Covered Cherries Best 1:1 by weight Offers the classic combination of chocolate and cherry, similar flavor profile, often with a liquid center.
Cherry Ripe Bar (Australian) 1:1 Another chocolate-covered cherry and coconut bar, distinct but provides similar fruit-chocolate experience.
Dark Chocolate + Dried Cherries 100g chocolate + 50g dried cherries For a homemade version, allowing control over chocolate type and cherry quantity and quality.
Cherry Flavored Truffles 1:1 by weight Provides a rich, creamy chocolate experience with a strong cherry flavor, often more luxurious and indulgent.

How to Choose & Store Cherry Candy Bar

  1. Check ingredient labels for actual cherry content versus artificial flavoring.
  2. Be aware of common allergens like nuts.

What Pairs Well With Cherry Candy Bar?

  • Coffee
  • Red Wine
  • Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Mint

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cherry Candy Bar taste like?

Sweet,Chocolatey,Cherry,Creamy Chocolate,Cherry,Vanilla

What is a good substitute for Cherry Candy Bar?

The best substitute is Chocolate Covered Cherries (1:1 by weight). Offers the classic combination of chocolate and cherry, similar flavor profile, often with a liquid center.

How do you choose and store Cherry Candy Bar?

Check ingredient labels for actual cherry content versus artificial flavoring. Be aware of common allergens like nuts.

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