My Famous Chocolate Covered Cherries Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of My Famous Chocolate Covered Cherries! These decadent treats are a holiday favorite, perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself. Rich, creamy chocolate envelops juicy cherries in a delightful confection. Easily customizable to your preferred filling consistency, this recipe yields approximately 24-72 cherries, depending on your filling size. Get ready to experience a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more!

Prep Time 120 mins
Cook Time 180 mins
Calories 1596.8 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.2 (56 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for My Famous Chocolate Covered Cherries

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How to Make My Famous Chocolate Covered Cherries

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until completely smooth and creamy. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
  2. Meanwhile, drain 24-72 maraschino cherries and pat them dry with paper towels. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 1 hour.
  3. Once the chocolate mixture is firm, scoop out approximately 1-2 teaspoons (adjust to your preference) of the filling. Gently roll into a ball around each frozen cherry.
  4. Place the formed cherries on a wax paper-lined baking sheet and freeze for another hour.
  5. Melt 12 ounces of your favorite dipping chocolate according to package directions. Dip each frozen cherry into the melted chocolate, ensuring it's fully coated. Place them back on the wax-lined baking sheet.
  6. Refrigerate until the chocolate is completely set and firm.
  7. Carefully remove the chocolate-covered cherries from the baking sheet. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 month. Enjoy!
  8. *Optional: For a runnier filling, reduce the powdered sugar to 2 tablespoons. For a firmer filling add up to 1 cup powdered sugar.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

1107g

Fat

68g

Carbs

94g