Chocolate Covered Cherries Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible homemade Chocolate Covered Cherries! A cherished Southern Living recipe, perfected over 20 years, these melt-in-your-mouth treats are the perfect Christmas gift (if you can bear to part with them!). The secret? Two weeks of patient waiting for the cherry centers to become exquisitely soft. Find a jar of maraschino cherries with approximately 50 cherries and get ready for a flavor explosion. These are dangerously delicious!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 63 mins
Calories 82.2 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Chocolate Covered Cherries

  1. Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl in 30 second intervals, stirring until smooth and melted.
  2. Remove the stems from 50 maraschino cherries.
  3. Dip each cherry into the melted chocolate, ensuring it's fully coated.
  4. Place the chocolate-covered cherries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate is set.
  6. Optional: Drizzle melted white chocolate or add sprinkles for extra festive flair.
  7. Allow the cherries to sit at room temperature for 2 weeks to allow the centers to soften completely and develop rich flavor.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

8g

Carbs

4g