Chocolate Christmas Mice or Anytime Mice
Transform your holiday table or any special occasion with these whimsical and irresistibly adorable Chocolate Christmas Mice—or Anytime Mice! Perfect as a festive treat or a fun food craft, these bite-sized delights are made with maraschino cherries dipped in rich melted chocolate, paired with Hershey's Kisses for the body and head, and finished with almond slices for charming little ears. Accented with edible red noses and tiny eyes, these no-bake mice are as fun to make as they are to eat. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re a delightful crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike, making them an ideal snack or dessert centerpiece. Whether for a Christmas party, birthday, or simply a creative kitchen project, these chocolate mice will sweeten any celebration!
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Ingredients
- 24 pieces maraschino cherries with stems
- 24 pieces Hershey's Kisses
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips
- 48 pieces sliced almonds
- 24 dots red gel icing or edible red pearls
- 48 dots black gel icing or chocolate sprinkles
- 1 sheet wax paper
Directions
Step 1
Line a baking sheet with a sheet of wax paper to prepare your work surface.
Step 2
Drain the maraschino cherries and pat them dry gently using paper towels. The cherries must be dry for the chocolate to adhere properly.
Step 3
Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 15-30 second intervals. Stir between intervals until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted. Be careful not to overheat.
Step 4
Hold each dried cherry by the stem, and dip it into the melted chocolate until fully coated. Let the excess chocolate drip off.
Step 5
Immediately press the flat bottom of a Hershey's Kiss onto the dipped cherry to form the mouse's body and head. Ensure both pieces stick together by holding them in place briefly.
Step 6
Press two sliced almonds between the cherry and Hershey's Kiss to form the ears. Adjust the angle as needed to resemble mouse ears.
Step 7
Place the completed mouse on the prepared wax paper. Repeat with the remaining ingredients until all 24 mice are assembled.
Step 8
Use the red gel icing or edible red pearls to add a tiny nose to each mouse on the tip of the Hershey's Kiss.
Step 9
Create the eyes using black gel icing or by gently pressing chocolate sprinkles into the Kiss.
Step 10
Allow the mice to cool and set completely at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or place them in the refrigerator for faster setting.
Step 11
Once set, carefully remove the mice from the wax paper and serve. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (534g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1944.0 |
| Total Fat 102.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 50.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 44.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 235.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 273.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 209.0g | |
| Protein 25.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 506.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1014.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories