Cherry Mash Candy

Indulge in the nostalgic sweetness of homemade Cherry Mash Candy, a delightful blend of fruity cherry goodness and rich, chocolatey decadence. This classic treat combines a creamy cherry layer made with real maraschino cherries and cherry juice with a luscious topping of melted semi-sweet chocolate, peanut butter, and crunchy salted peanuts. Perfect for holidays, parties, or gifting, this no-fuss recipe only takes 30 minutes to prep and yields 24 bite-sized squares of irresistible flavor. Simple yet decadent, Cherry Mash Candy offers a retro dessert twist that will satisfy every sweet tooth while bringing a touch of candy shop charm to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 2/3 cup Evaporated milk
• 1/4 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Maraschino cherries (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Maraschino cherry juice
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup Peanut butter
• 1 cup Chopped salted peanuts

Directions

Step 1

Prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, evaporated milk, and butter. Stir frequently and bring the mixture to a boil. Allow it to boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped maraschino cherries, cherry juice, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until you have a smooth, thick mixture.

Step 4

Pour the cherry mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly, then set it aside to cool and firm up slightly.

Step 5

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and peanut butter in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.

Step 6

Stir the chopped salted peanuts into the melted chocolate mixture.

Step 7

Pour the chocolate-peanut mixture over the cooled cherry layer, spreading it evenly to cover the surface.

Step 8

Allow the candy to cool completely. You can refrigerate it for faster setting.

Step 9

Once set, cut the candy into small squares or bite-sized pieces.

Step 10

Store the Cherry Mash Candy in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1686.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6235.9

Total Fat 237.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.0g
Cholesterol 68.7mg	0%
Sodium 728.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1044.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.2g	0%
Total Sugars 951.9g
Protein 92.4g	0%

Vitamin D 134.4IU	0%
Calcium 652.9mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 2134.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.9%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 62.5%