Best 17 Chocolate Cherry Fudge Recipes

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In the realm of sweet indulgences, chocolate cherry fudge stands as a pinnacle of decadence. Its velvety texture, rich chocolate flavor, and bursts of sweet cherries create an irresistible symphony of taste that captivates the senses. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on the journey to craft this culinary masterpiece can be an exciting and rewarding endeavor. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the culinary landscape of chocolate cherry fudge, guiding you through essential steps and techniques to create a confection that will delight your palate and impress your loved ones.

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CHOCOLATE CHERRY FUDGE



Chocolate Cherry Fudge image

This chocolate cherry fudge is unique from others, and festive for the holidays. It's a recipe my husband really enjoys. I've made it for our Homemaker group's Christmas party. -June Lindquist, Hammond, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 4-5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup coarsely chopped almonds
1/2 cup chopped candied cherries
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • In a microwavable bowl, combine milk and chocolate chips. Microwave on high until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred, about 1 minute. Stir in almonds, cherries and extract. Spread evenly in a greased 8-in. square pan. Cover and chill until firm. Cut into squares. Store, covered, in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

WHITE CHOCOLATE CHERRY FUDGE



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Really easy recipe. White chocolate, dried cherries, and a few ingredients mix together to make this delicious fudge.

Provided by Erica

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     White Chocolate

Time 1h15m

Yield 64

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups white chocolate chips
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped dried cherries
½ tablespoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Grease an 8x8-inch square baking dish.
  • Melt chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cherries and almond extract. Pour fudge into prepared baking dish and spread into a smooth layer. Cover and refrigerate until firm, 1 to 2 hours.
  • Cut fudge into 64 1-inch square pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 4.8 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 19.6 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

CHOCOLATE-CHERRY ICE CREAM PIE WITH HOT FUDGE SAUCE



Chocolate-Cherry Ice Cream Pie with Hot Fudge Sauce image

Categories     Chocolate     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Cherry     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Sauce
1 cup whipping cream
12 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
Crust and filling
30 chocolate wafer cookies (about 7 ounces), broken into pieces
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3/4 pound fresh Bing cherries, pitted, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon brandy (optional)
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
1 quart purchased vanilla ice cream, slightly softened
1/2 cup (about 3 ounces) miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • For sauce:
  • Bring whipping cream to simmer in heavy medium saucepan; remove from heat. Add chopped chocolate; whisk until smooth.
  • For crust and filling:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grind cookies in processor until coarse crumbs form. Add butter and blend until crumbs cling together and are evenly moistened. Press crumb mixture over bottom and up sides of 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Bake crust until slightly puffed and darker, about 10 minutes. Cool crust on rack. Combine cherries, sugar and brandy, if desired, in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to boil. Reduce heat; simmer until thick syrup forms, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Mix in almond extract. Cool to room temperature.
  • Place ice cream in large bowl. Fold in cherry mixture and chocolate chips. Pack ice cream mixture into prepared crust. Cover pie and freeze. (Sauce and pie can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate sauce. Keep pie frozen.)
  • Rewarm sauce over low heat. Cut pie into wedges; serve with sauce.

CHOCOLATE FUDGE CHERRY CAKE



Chocolate Fudge Cherry Cake image

"This made-from-a-mix dessert tastes like you started from scratch!" says Charlene Griffin, a field editor from Minocqua, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 32 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package chocolate fudge cake mix (regular size)
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup milk
1/3 cup butter
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs and extract. Add pie filling; mix well. Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine sugar, milk and butter. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved and butter is melted. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate chips until melted. Pour over warm cake; spread evenly. Cool completely before cutting. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts :

WHITE CHOCOLATE BAKEWELL (CHERRY AND ALMOND) FUDGE



White Chocolate Bakewell (Cherry and Almond) Fudge image

This is not a true fudge but is so ridiculously easy to make that I had to post it! It also tastes wonderful if you like rich, sweet treats! After making Sam#3's Recipe#305332, I liked it so much that I had to try different variations on the recipe, and this is one that I really like! (Posted with permission). Cook time is chill time.

Provided by Shuzbud

Categories     Candy

Time 3h10m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

15 ounces white chocolate chips
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 1/4 teaspoons almond extract
3/4 cup glace cherries, cut into eighths
glace cherries, to top (optional)
plastic wrap (cling film)

Steps:

  • Put the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan and warm over a very low heat, stirring continuously until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat.
  • Stir in the almond extract and then the glace cherries.
  • Line a loaf pan with cling film (saran wrap) and pour the warm fudge mixture inches.
  • Chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours, until completely set (ideally overnight).
  • Then turn out of the pan and serve (this is a soft fudge so is best served slightly chilled).
  • NB If desired, you can quarter extra glace cherries and scatter them over the top of the fudge before chilling to make it look a little more colourful!

MICHIGAN CHERRY DARK CHOCOLATE FUDGE



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Yummy Easy Fudge adapted from Rachael Ray's famous five minute recipe. This one is even easier - go figure!

Provided by Patti Cake

Categories     Candy

Time 8m

Yield 60 squares, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (12 ounce) packages hersheys special dark chocolate chips
2 (14 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups michigan dried cherries
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Steps:

  • Spray a 13 x 9 inch glass baking dish with non-stick butter flavored baking spray and set aside.
  • In a non-stick skillet, melt chocolate chips and condensed milk over low heat until just smooth. Stir in vanilla, cherries and nuts and pour into glass baking dish.
  • Chill until firm, slice and watch it disappear!

CHERRY-FUDGE BROWNIES WITH CHOCOLATE SAUCE AND CHOCOLATE-DIPPED CHERRIES



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Categories     Chocolate     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Cherry     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

For sauce
1/3 cup cherry preserves
3/4 cup whipping cream
8 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
For brownies
3 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup dried tart cherries (about 3 1/2 ounces)
1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup cherry preserves
Powdered sugar
Chocolate-dipped Cherries

Steps:

  • Make sauce:
  • Press preserves through fine strainer into heavy medium saucepan. Add cream and bring to simmer. Remove from heat. Add chocolate and whisk until melted and smooth. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; chill. Rewarm before serving.)
  • Make brownies:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 11 x 7-inch metal baking pan. Stir chopped chocolate and butter in heavy small saucepan over low heat until melted and smooth; remove from heat. Whisk sugar, eggs and vanilla in medium bowl until blended; whisk in chocolate mixture. Sift in flour, baking powder and salt; stir to blend. Mix in dried cherries and chocolate chips, then preserves. Spread batter in prepared pan.
  • Bake brownies until tester inserted into center comes out with some moist crumbs still attached, about 35 minutes. Cool completely in pan on rack.
  • Cut brownies into 8 rectangles. Cut rectangles diagonally in half, forming triangles. Spoon warm sauce onto 8 plates. Place 2 brownie triangles atop sauce on each plate. Sift powdered sugar over. Garnish with chocolate-dipped cherries.

CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRY AMARETTO FUDGE RECIPE - (4/5)



Chocolate Covered Cherry Amaretto Fudge Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by Lsweetnell

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 c. granulated sugar
1 c. unsalted butter
1/2 c. whole milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
13 large marshmallows, torn in half
1 (9 oz.) package Nestle Toll House cherry flavored DelightFulls baking morsels
1 c. confectioners sugar
1/4 c. + 2 T. amaretto
heaping 1/3 c. well-drained maraschino cherries, cut in half {I pat them dry with a paper towel}

Steps:

  • Line a 9x9" pan, bottom and sides, with foil. Rub foil with butter or lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray. In a small bowl, whisk together confectioners sugar and amaretto. Set aside. Place granulated sugar, butter, and milk in a large pot. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Continue stirring and boil for 3 minutes ~ this is important for the fudge to set up properly, so time it! {Make sure to stir constantly ... and to keep the mixture at a full rolling boil. If the mixture froths up too much, turn the heat down just a little bit. Also, I sometimes lift the pot off the burner, still stirring, for just a second or two.} After the 3 minutes, remove from heat. Add vanilla, marshmallows, and DelightFulls chocolate morsels. Stir until marshmallows and chocolate are completely melted and blended into the sugar mixture. Add amaretto mixture to the pot and stir until blended in. Gently stir in maraschino cherries. Pour into prepared (lined with plastic wrap) pan. Refrigerate until fully chilled. Once chilled, Turn out onto a tray and remove plastic wrap. Cut into to small squares. Store fudge in the refrigerator. Note ~ This is a fairly soft-textured fudge, best enjoyed straight out of the refrigerator or after having set out for just a short time. It still tastes great if it's set out for a while, but it will leave some chocolate on your fingers!

DARK CHOCOLATE CHERRY FUDGE (SPONSORED)



Dark Chocolate Cherry Fudge (Sponsored) image

Provided by Food Network

Time 2h14m

Yield 48 Squares

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2/3 cup (5 fl.-oz. can) NESTLE® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 2/3 cups (10-oz. pkg.) NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Dark Chocolate Morsels
3/4 cup (4 oz.) dried cherries, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • LINE 8-inch-square baking pan with foil.
  • COMBINE sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt in medium, heavy-duty saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil, stirring constantly, for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • STIR in marshmallows, morsels, dried cherries and vanilla extract. Stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted. Pour into prepared baking pan. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into 48 pieces.
  • VARIATION: For an equally delicious fudge, try substituting ¾ cup dried berry blend for the cherries.

CHERRY WALNUT WHITE CHOCOLATE FUDGE



Cherry Walnut White Chocolate Fudge image

This wonderful treat comes from Favorite Brand Name Recipes Holiday Desserts cookbooklet of Jan 2003. Preparation time does not include time needed for candy to cool.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Candy

Time 20m

Yield 64 candies, 64 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped
3 cups granulated sugar
1 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup light corn syrup
8 ounces premium white baking chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup dried cherries, chopped

Steps:

  • Spray a 9"x9" pan with nonstick cooking spray, then spray the inside of a heavy large saucepan.
  • In the prepared saucepan, combine sugar, cream, butter & syrup, then cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves & mixture comes to a boil, stirring freuently. Re-incorporate any sugar crystals that accumulate on the sides of the saucepan.
  • Attach a candy thermometer to side of pan, making sure bulb is submerged in sugar mixture, BUT NOT TOUCHING BOTTOM OF PAN!
  • Comtinue cooking about 6 minutes or until sugar mixture reaches soft-ball stage (234 degrees F) on candy thermometer, stirring frequently.
  • Remove from heat & let stand 10 minutes ~ DO NOT STIR!
  • Add white chocolate & vanilla, then stir until chocolate is melted & mixture is smooth, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in cherries & walnuts, then spread evenly in prepared pan.
  • Score into 64 squares while fudge is still warm.
  • Refrigerate until firm, then cut along scored lines, separating into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.7, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 8.9, Sodium 2.6, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 9.8, Protein 0.4

CHERRY-CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH FUDGE FROSTING



Cherry-Chocolate Cake With Fudge Frosting image

This is one of my grandmother's famous church ladies' luncheon recipes. The cake itself is simple and turns out moist with morsels of cherries throughout. With the cake being so simple, that allows time to make a fabulous frosting. For the frosting, use Recipe #281675 or your preferred chocolate frosting. (Note: Preparation time does not include time required for cake or frosting to set.) In response to one of my reviews, I have adjusted the ingredients to improve the cake--omitted the vegetable oil and replaced it with water and eggs. This recipe is an old one of my grandmother's. I have not made it myself and wonder if her recollection of the ingredients was incorrect. Hopefully the 1-star review doesn't discourage anyone from trying the adjusted cake recipe. I'm not sure what was so terrible about the cake--if it was too dry, too moist, etc. Please be brave, try and give me your thoughts! :)

Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 cake, 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (18 ounce) box chocolate cake mix (I use Duncan Hines Dark Chocolate Fudge)
1 cup water
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Sift cake mix into a medium mixing bowl until all lumps are removed. Then add other three ingredients and thoroughly combine. (Note: Be careful to not break up the cherries too much while combining).
  • Pour cake batter into a greased 9" x 13" cake pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool on a wire rack for one hour.
  • When ready to frost the cake, prepare Recipe #281675 as directed. Apply to cake immediately, spreading evenly.
  • Allow to set for 30-40 minutes.
  • Cut into 15-20 slices and serve.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY FUDGE BUNDT CAKE



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Again, I want to thank you for viewing my Chocolate Cherry Fudge Cake recipe, I hope you send a response if you make it!This classicie Cake recipe is easy to make, great for those last minute dinner plans or special occasions where you don't have the time decide on a quick and easy dessert that not only serves many people, but...

Provided by C P

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box 15.25 oz. box duncan hines classic devil's food cake mix, or any brand you choose
1 box 1 lb. 2 oz. box ghirardelli triple fudge brownie mix
4 eggs, (i remove the chalaza of each yolk)
1 1/2 c canola oil
1/4 c 1/4 cup baileys' chocolate cherry liqueur
1 c mini chocolate chips, opts.

Steps:

  • 1. Position oven rack in the lower middle of oven
  • 2. Preheat to 350°F.
  • 3. Butter a 12-inch Bundt pan or two 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-inch loaf pans. Sprinkle with flour and tap out the excess set aside. Or (as I do; in a small bowl, mix together 1 tbsp. cocoa and 1 tbsp. melted butter into a paste.)
  • 4. Thoroughly coat the inside interior on pan with cocoa paste.
  • 5. In a large mixer bowl, add cake mix, brownie mix. whisk together.
  • 6. Add eggs, oil, and water (Baileys'). Beat on medium speed, beating until creamy.
  • 7. Pour the batter into prepared Bundt pan, cake pan(s), or loaf pans.
  • 8. Bake in preheated oven 350°F., for Bunt pan bake 50 minutes to 60 minutes. For loaf pans, bake 45 to 50 minutes.
  • 9. Baking until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • 10. Let cool in the pan(s) on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
  • 11. Invert the cake onto the rack and lift off the pan. Let the cake rest, cool completely 3 hours.
  • 12. Topping You can dust cake with confectioners' sugar, or leave plain. I make an easy glaze that's rich chocolate flavor and fantastic tasting.
  • 13. Glaze Ingredients: 1 cup Ghirardelli Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips 2/3 cup heavy cream 2 tiny pinches of salt ½ tsp. vanilla
  • 14. Place the chocolate chips in a medium bowl. Bring the cream and salt to a simmer, I heat cream up in the microwave 45 seconds. Pour the cream over the chocolate. Wait 60 seconds to soften the chocolate, and then stir until the chocolate is entirely melted and the mixture is smooth. Cool to thicken slightly adding vanilla extract.
  • 15. When glaze is thick enough, pour over it over the top of the cake. Cool completely to set the glaze!
  • 16. As I never heard anyone saying that they've made any of my recipes, or even comments, I hope you try this dessert!!!
  • 17. What is Canola: Canola is a crop with plants from three to five feet tall that produce pods from which seeds are harvested and crushed to create canola oil and meal. These plants also produce small, yellow flowers, which beautify the environment. Canola belongs to the same family as mustard, broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower. Besides the U.S., it is grown in Canada and Australia, but canola oil is consumed all over the world. In the U.S., the ratio of supply versus demand of canola oil is about 1:3, which presents a huge opportunity for U.S. producers to grow more canola. Canola is grown in predominantly in North Dakota, but also in Oklahoma, Minnesota, Montana, Idaho, Oregon and several other states. A moist cake is the goal of every baker, but it's sometimes easier said than done. Vegetable oil can help prevent a dry cake and you will find it as an ingredient in many recipes, as well as a staple for boxed cake mixes. Most vegetable oils will work just fine in cake, but some alter the flavor of baked goods and some are expensive. Canola is one of the most common cooking oils and wins in the category of best all-around oil to use for baking a cake. It combines ease of use, wide availability and health benefits with a relatively low expense. Canola oil is very low in saturated fats. It contains linoleic (omega-6) and α-linolenic acid (omega-3) essential fatty acids at 2:1 making it as one of the healthiest cooking oils at a ratio even better than olive oil.
  • 18. Canola oil has very little flavor, particularly when used in baked goods. It is considered neutral tasting oil and will allow the flavor of your cake to shine through. Any flavor of cake, from chocolate and vanilla to carrot and spice, works well with canola oil. Since the oil is not expensive you can splurge on other high-quality ingredients, such as real vanilla, because those will be the flavors that define the cake.
  • 19. Thank you for viewing my Chocolate Fudgy Cake recipe. I hope you send a response if you make it!! And if you're not interested in the recipe, I hope at least you learned something new about Canola Oil!!! The brands I used are my own personal preferences, but you can use the brands you are comfortable with.

CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRY PIE FUDGE



Chocolate Covered Cherry Pie Fudge image

Yummy........

Provided by TAMMY WADE

Categories     Candies

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tub duncan hines frosting creations packets in cherry vanilla flavor
1 tub duncan hines frosting starter
1 pkg white baking chips
1/2 c maraschino cherries
1 1/4 c oreo cookie crumbs
2 Tbsp butter,melted
1/4 c sugar
1/4 c chocolate chips-white,dark,milk
1 Tbsp shortening

Steps:

  • 1. Line bottom of an 8x8"inch pan with foil, spray with non-stick spray, set aside.
  • 2. In a medium bowl mix the starter frosting and flavor packet, mixing well. set aside.
  • 3. Chop cherries into small pieces, leaving some halves for the tops of fudge. In a food processor blend cookies, with butter and sugar on pulse setting until crumbly and pasty. Pour into pan and press firmly.
  • 4. Melt white chocolate chips in a double-boiler or in microwave, stirring every 15-20 seconds. stop when almost melted and just continue stirring until all is melted.
  • 5. Mix white mix, with other frosting mix, and cherries quickly, pour over the crumb crust. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 min. Take out of pan.. should be a solid block. move to cutting board to cut into pieces. Top each piece with a cherry half, and then melt the remaining 1/4 cup chips with 1 tablespoon of shortening to drizzle over the tops... Enjoy!!!

CHOCOLATE FUDGE CHERRY CAKE



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This cake is so easy, and delicious..it's rich and very moist. The frosting is of a fudgey consistency. This cake is one of my daughters favorites.. If getting company at the last minute..this cake would be a great one to make. Enjoy! My photo's

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box devil's food cake mix (your favorite) - i used duncan heinz
1 - 22 oz can(s) cherry pie filling
2 eggs
1 tsp almond flavoring ( optional ) - i used vanilla
FROSTING
5 Tbsp butter
1 c sugar
1/3 c milk
6 oz semi sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Grease and flour a 13x9x2-inch pan.
  • 2. Mix cake mix, cherry pie filling, eggs, and flavoring by hand. Batter will be thick.
  • 3. Spread batter into the prepared cake pan.
  • 4. Bake at 350°for about 30 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • 5. For the frosting: Place sugar, butter, and milk in a saucepan. Bring to a boil stirring constantly. Boil for one minute. Remove from the heat and stir in chocolate chips until smooth.
  • 6. Pour over warm cake.
  • 7. Enjoy!

CHOCOLATE CHERRY FUDGE



Chocolate Cherry Fudge image

I found this fudge recipe on the Hershey's Kitchen website several years ago. I love chocolate and cherries, so when I came upon this recipe, I just knew I had to make it. I now make it every year during the holidays. It has become a family favorite, and my co-workers all love it! They look forward to me bringing it in to work to...

Provided by Kathy McCalister

Categories     Chocolate

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 c maraschino cherries-finely chopped, well drained
1/2 c butter
3 2/3 c powdered sugar
1/2 c hershey's cocoa or hershey's special dark cocoa
1/4 c evaporated milk
1/3 c pecan pieces
1 tsp almond extract
maraschino cherry halves , well drained (optional)
slivered almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Line 8-inch square pan with foil. Lightly press chopped cherries between layers of paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  • 2. Place butter in medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at HIGH (100%) 1 minute or until melted.
  • 3. Stir in powdered sugar, cocoa and evaporated milk until well blended. Microwave at HIGH 1-1/2 minutes; remove & stir vigorously.
  • 4. Microwave at HIGH an additional 30 seconds at a time, until mixture is hot, slightly thickened and smooth when stirred. Do NOT boil. Stir in chopped cherries, pecans and almond extract.
  • 5. Spread mixture into prepared pan. Cover; refrigerate until firm. Remove foil; cut into squares. Garnish with cherry halves and slivered almonds pressed lightly onto fudge, if desired. Serve cold; refrigerate leftover fudge. About 4 dozen pieces.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY NUT FUDGE



Chocolate Cherry Nut Fudge image

This is a favorite around the Holidays. I'm not sure where the recipe came from - off of the can of sweetened condensed milk or the chocolate chips (for the basic Fudge). I just know it is so easy to make! And the addition of the cherries and nuts makes it oh so delicious!

Provided by Kathy W

Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 can(s) sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
dash of salt
1 c pecans, chopped
1 tsp almond extract
1/2 c maraschino cherries, drained well and chopped
note: important...you want to drain off as much juice as possible. placing the cherries on paper towels helps to pull out more juice.

Steps:

  • 1. Line an 8 or 9 onch square pan with aluminum foil. This makes it easier to take the fudge out of the pan.
  • 2. In a large glass bowl combine chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk and salt. Microwave on high 2-3 minutes. (Check after 2 minutes)
  • 3. Quickly stir in nuts, almond extract and cherries.
  • 4. Spoon immediately into foil lined pan and chill 2 hours or until set.
  • 5. Remove from pan, peel foil off and cut into pieces. Store in the refrigerator.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY FUDGE



CHOCOLATE CHERRY FUDGE image

Categories     Chocolate     Quick & Easy

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2/3 cup (5 fl.-oz. can) Evaporated Milk
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups (9 oz.) Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 cup Dry Cherries
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped nuts, (Nuts of your choice, optional)

Steps:

  • Directions LINE 8-inch-square baking pan with foil. COMBINE sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt in medium, heavy-duty saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil, stirring constantly, for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat. STIR in marshmallows, morsels, cherries, nuts and vanilla extract. Stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted. Pour into prepared baking pan; cool for 1 minute. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into 48 pieces.

Tips:

  • Selecting ripe and fresh cherries is crucial for achieving the best flavor in your chocolate cherry fudge. Look for plump, firm, and brightly colored cherries.
  • Use high-quality dark chocolate for an intense and rich chocolate flavor. A cocoa content of 70% or higher is recommended.
  • To prevent crystallization, stirring the fudge continuously is essential. This helps to evenly distribute the sugar and prevent the formation of large crystals.
  • Be patient and allow the fudge to cool completely before cutting and serving. This will ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
  • Store the fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. For longer storage, keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three months or in the freezer for up to a year.

Conclusion:

Indulge in the delightful combination of chocolate and cherries with this irresistible chocolate cherry fudge. With its smooth, creamy texture, rich chocolate flavor, and bursts of sweet and tangy cherries, this fudge is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether you enjoy it as a special treat or gift it to loved ones, this classic confection is guaranteed to bring joy and delight to all who taste it. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a culinary journey to create this delectable treat that is both easy to make and incredibly delicious!

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