Chocolate Covered Cherries
Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of homemade Chocolate Covered Cherries—an elegant treat that combines plump, fresh cherries with luscious layers of buttery fondant and a silky chocolate coating. Perfect for special occasions or as a decadent snack, this no-bake recipe requires just seven simple ingredients and comes together in under 40 minutes. Each cherry is carefully wrapped in a creamy fondant made with powdered sugar, butter, and almond or vanilla extract, then dipped in smooth, semi-sweet chocolate enhanced with a touch of coconut oil for that perfect glossy finish. With their stunning presentation and melt-in-your-mouth texture, these chocolate-covered cherries are sure to become a favorite for gifting, entertaining, or satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Ingredients
- 20 pieces Fresh cherries (preferably with stems)
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil or shortening
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract or vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Thoroughly wash and dry the cherries, leaving the stems intact. Set them aside.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, mix the powdered sugar, softened butter, milk, and almond (or vanilla) extract together until a smooth, pliable fondant forms. If the mixture is too dry, add milk in small increments until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 3
Take about 1 teaspoon of the fondant and flatten it with your fingers. Wrap the fondant around each cherry completely, making sure the cherry is fully covered. Place the wrapped cherries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up.
Step 4
While the cherries are chilling, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil (or shortening) in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second increments, stirring after each session, until smooth and fully melted.
Step 5
Using the stem of each cherry, dip the fondant-wrapped cherries into the melted chocolate, swirling to fully coat them. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the cherries back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 6
Repeat the process with all the cherries, then refrigerate them until the chocolate is fully set, about 10 minutes.
Step 7
Once the chocolate has hardened, serve the chocolate-covered cherries immediately or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (509.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1699.6 |
| Total Fat 83.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 55.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 63.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 12.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 259.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 229.6g | |
| Protein 13.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 6.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 46.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 386.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories