Indulge in the perfect balance of rich, velvety chocolate and tart dried cherries with these irresistible Mini Chocolate Cherry Bites. Made with dark chocolate chips, a touch of heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla, these no-bake treats are delightfully smooth and bursting with flavor. Each bite features chewy dried cherries nestled in creamy chocolate, topped with a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs and a dusting of powdered sugar for added texture and sweetness. Ready in just 25 minutes, these bite-sized delights are as elegant as they are easy to make, making them an excellent choice for holiday parties, dessert platters, or an indulgent everyday treat. Best served chilled, these little gems promise a luxurious treat for every chocolate lover.
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Line a mini muffin tin with mini cupcake liners or grease each cavity lightly with butter.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and unsalted butter. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir it into the melted chocolate mixture until silky and combined.
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavor.
Using a small spoon or piping bag, pour a small amount of the chocolate mixture into each mini muffin tin cavity, filling it about halfway.
Place 2-3 dried cherries into the center of each cavity, gently pressing them into the chocolate.
Sprinkle a small pinch of graham cracker crumbs and a dusting of powdered sugar on top of each chocolate cherry bite for added texture and flavor.
Pour a bit more melted chocolate over the cherries and crumbs to cover them completely, filling each cavity to the top. Use a small spatula or the back of a spoon to smooth the tops if needed.
Refrigerate the mini muffin tin for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate has fully set.
Once set, carefully remove the Mini Chocolate Cherry Bites from the tin and transfer them to a serving plate or airtight container.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Serving size | (450.0g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1723.5 |
Total Fat 109.0g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 60.6g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 122mg | 0% |
Sodium 440.8mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 184.4g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
Total Sugars 130.1g | |
Protein 16.8g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 205.0mg | 0% |
Iron 15.4mg | 0% |
Potassium 1226.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories