Cherry Nougat Bites Recipe

Delight your friends and family with these irresistible Cherry Nougat Bites! Perfect for gifting (they look stunning in ribboned boxes!), these bite-sized treats combine sweet cherries and creamy nougat for a flavor explosion. Easy to make and with a shelf life of up to two weeks in the refrigerator, these are perfect for holiday baking or any special occasion. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 30.2 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Cherry Nougat Bites

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How to Make Cherry Nougat Bites

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla essence, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
  2. Stir in 2 cups powdered milk and 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries (or fresh cherries, pitted and chopped) with a wooden spoon until well combined.
  3. Turn the mixture out onto a surface lightly dusted with icing sugar (about 1/4 cup).
  4. Knead the mixture until it becomes smooth and pliable.
  5. Divide the mixture in half.
  6. Roll each half into a rope approximately 2.5cm thick between your palms.
  7. Dust generously with extra icing sugar.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
  9. Once firm, cut each rope into 2.5cm pieces.
  10. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

3g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cherry Nougat Bites?

Cherry Nougat Bites takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cherry Nougat Bites?

Cherry Nougat Bites has approximately 30.2 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cherry Nougat Bites?

The key ingredients for Cherry Nougat Bites are Condensed Milk, Vanilla Essence, Brown Sugar, Powdered Milk, Glace Cherries, Icing Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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