Indulge your sweet cravings with the delectable Chocolate Covered Cherries II. This luxurious dessert combines the richness of dark chocolate with the sweet and tangy allure of plump, juicy cherries, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind crafting this irresistible treat, ensuring each bite is a moment of pure bliss. From selecting the perfect cherries to mastering the art of chocolate enrobing, we will guide you through the process, providing tips and tricks to create a dessert that will impress family and friends alike. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's dive into the world of Chocolate Covered Cherries II, where indulgence meets perfection.
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CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRIES
Easy, delicious cherries. Just like you buy in the box! It's best to let the candies ripen for 1 to 2 weeks.
Provided by Meredith
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Cherry Dessert Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 60
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Drain cherries and set on paper towels to dry.
- In a medium bowl, combine butter and corn syrup until smooth. Stir in confectioners' sugar and knead to form a dough. Chill to stiffen if necessary. Wrap each cherry in about 1 teaspoon of dough. Chill until firm.
- Melt confectioners' coating in a heavy saucepan over low heat. Dip each cherry in by its stem, and place on waxed paper lined sheets. Chill until completely set. Store in an airtight container in a cool place. Best after 1 or 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 5.1 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRIES II
Maraschino cherries with stems are rolled in a sweet coating, then dipped in chocolate. These candies are best left 1-2 weeks before eating.
Provided by Auntylene
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Cherry Dessert Recipes
Time 4h45m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix together confectioner's sugar, margarine, milk and almond extract.
- On a lightly floured surface, knead the mixture into a large ball. Roll into 1 inch balls. Flatten the balls into 2 inch circles. Leaving the stems sticking out, wrap the cherries in the circles by lightly rolling in hands. Place the wrapped cherries on wax paper and chill in the refrigerator at least 4 hours.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt chocolate chips and shortening. Holding by the stem, dip the chilled cherries into the chocolate chip mixture. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 36 mg, Sugar 30.7 g
DOUBLE CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRIES
These candies are delectable. Covered first with chocolate and than white chocolate, they are truly decadent! If you're really a chocolate fanatic (like me), try using semisweet chocolate instead of white for the second coating.
Provided by Karen..
Categories Candy
Time 35m
Yield 24 candies
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Drain cherries on several paper towels and press out excess moisture; allow to drain at least an hour.
- Fondant: In a medium bowl, combine butter, corn syrup, chocolate and milk; beat until smooth.
- Stir in confectioner's sugar (mixture will seem dry).
- When most of the sugar is mixed in, turn out onto counter and knead until smooth.
- Divide into 24 pieces (about 2 tsp each) and shape into balls.
- Flatten each ball and mold around cherries, covering cherry completely (leaving stem out).
- Refrigerate at least an hour or until very cold and very firm.
- Line large cookie sheet with waxed paper.
- In a small saucepan over very low heat or in the microwave, melt chips and shortening or wax until smooth.
- Place pan or bowl over hot water to keep dipping consistency.
- Holding stems (or use toothpicks if your cherries have no stems), dip covered cherries into melted chocolate and allow excess to drip back into pan or bowl.
- Place on waxed papered cookie sheet to set.
- Place in miniture muffin cups if desired and store in tightly covered container or in the refrigerator.
CHOCOLATE-DIPPED CHERRIES
These sweet treats are not only delicious, they pack the power of two awesome superfoods in one: cherries that are bursting with vitamins and antioxidants and heart-healthy dark chocolate.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 1h
Yield 1 pound of chocolate-dipped cherries
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Finely chop 1/2 pound dark chocolate. Combine three-quarters of the chocolate and 1 teaspoon coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring, until the chocolate is melted; stir in the remaining chocolate until smooth. Dip 1 pound fresh cherries in the chocolate by the stems and set on parchment paper. Let harden at room temperature.
CHOCOLATE-COVERED CHERRIES
Not only is this my family's favorite festive dessert, but it makes a delicious holiday present, too. Best of all, you can (and should) prepare these ahead. The candy gets better as it's stored, with the centers becoming even juicier. -Linda Hammerich, Bonanza, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar, butter, milk and extract. Knead until smooth and pliable. Shape into 1-in. balls and flatten each into a 2-in. circle. , Wrap one circle around each cherry and lightly roll in hands. Place with stems up on waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Cover loosely and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. , In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Holding on to the stems, dip cherries into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper until set. Store in a covered container. Refrigerate 1-2 weeks before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHOCOLATE CHERRIES
For these cute candies, maraschino cherries are dressed in a chocolate coating. Kids will have fun helping make the sweets, but they will have to wait a week or two for the filling to set before enjoying the fruits of their labors. -Janice Pehrson, Omaha, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pat cherries dry with paper towels; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt; mix well. Knead until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. , Roll into 1/2-in. balls; flatten each into a 2-in. circle. Wrap each circle around a cherry and lightly roll in hands. Place cherries with stems up on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Cover loosely and refrigerate for 1 hour., In a microwave or heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Holding onto the stem, dip each cherry into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Refrigerate until hardened. Store in a covered container. Refrigerate for 1-2 weeks before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 18mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRIES
This is a recipe given to me by a friend of my moms. She makes them for Valentines Day. I highly recommend using cherries with stems, the covering process is a little slower but you will be rewarded with a built in "handle" when it comes to dipping. Using paraffin in the chocolate will result in a smooth surface on your candy. These have to be done about 2 weeks before serving so the fondant can soften into a liquid.
Provided by MacChef
Categories For Large Groups
Time P2DT1h30m
Yield 80 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a stand up mixer and mix until smooth. You will need to knock it down every so often. If you don't have a mixer, use your hands. This is a very stiff dough.
- Let stand 1 hour. Pinch of small amounts, flatten slightly and press around each cherry, sealing well. Place on waxed paper to dry. Let stand about 30 minutes, turn cherries over and dry another 30 minutes.
- Combine chocolate and paraffin in double boiler until melted and smooth. Dip balls into chocolate mixture. Place on waxed paper to harden.
- Keep cherries in a cool, dry place for 2 weeks before serving. Do not store in the refrigerator as this will discolor the chocolate coating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.4, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 4.7, Sodium 15.5, Carbohydrate 21, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 20.1, Protein 0.6
CHOCOLATE-COVERED CHERRIES
Here is a recipe that came to The Times from the kitchen of Laura Cunningham, the novelist and memoir writer. It calls for but two ingredients and 10 minutes of your time, and results in a delicious, romantic and extremely simple grace note to any meal. Be forewarned: the cherries aren't pitted. It's like a metaphor -- for dating certainly, and maybe for life.
Provided by Laura Cunningham
Categories dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield Thirty chocolate-covered cherries
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Melt the chocolate over hot water in a double boiler. Remove from heat. Holding the cherries by their stems, dip each into the melted chocolate, twirling to coat. Place on a tray covered with aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 54, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 2 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor.
- Pit the cherries carefully to avoid damaging the fruit.
- Soak the cherries in a sugar syrup to help them retain their moisture and flavor.
- Use a high-quality chocolate for the coating. A chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60% will give you the best results.
- Tempering the chocolate will help it set smoothly and give it a shiny finish.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the temperature of the chocolate by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the chocolate solidifies immediately, it is ready to use.
- Be patient when coating the cherries. It takes a little time to get the hang of it, but with practice, you'll be able to coat the cherries quickly and evenly.
- Store the chocolate-covered cherries in a cool, dry place. They will keep for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Chocolate-covered cherries are a delicious and elegant treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little practice, you'll be able to make chocolate-covered cherries that are sure to impress your friends and family.
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