Best 6 Homemade Chocolate Covered Cherries Recipes

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Homemade chocolate covered cherries are a delicious and classic treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a special occasion or as a simple snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create your own homemade chocolate covered cherries that are sure to impress your friends and family.

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CHOCOLATE-COVERED CHERRIES



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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

2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 jars (8 ounces each) maraschino cherries with stems, well drained
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening

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 COVERED CHERRIES



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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

60 maraschino cherries with stems
3 tablespoons butter, softened
3 tablespoons corn syrup
2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1 pound chocolate confectioners' coating

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



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 40 cherries

Number Of Ingredients 3

40 maraschino cherries with stems (packed in very heavy syrup), drained well
1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate morsels
1 cup (6 ounces) white chocolate morsels

Steps:

  • Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or waxed paper. Pat cherries dry with paper towels.
  • Melt chocolates separately in stainless steel bowl set over pan of simmering water, stirring until smooth.
  • Holding stem of cherry, dip cherry into melted chocolate to coat. You can coat half of cherry in white chocolate and half in semisweet chocolate, if desired. Transfer chocolate-dipped cherry to prepared cookie sheet. Repeat with remaining cherries and melted chocolate.
  • Refrigerate for about 40 minutes, or until set.

CHOCOLATE-COVERED CHERRIES



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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

8 ounces semisweet baking chocolate
30 bing cherries, with stems

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

MARSHMALLOW CHOCOLATE-COVERED CHERRIES



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Each year, I have to plan on producing even more of these simple-to-make candies- they're the ones my husband likes best, and they're the first to disappear.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups marshmallow creme
Pinch salt
1 teaspoon almond extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 jar (16 ounces) maraschino cherries, well drained
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter. Add marshmallow creme, salt, extract and sugar; mix well. Knead into a large ball; chill for 1 hour. Roll into 1-in. balls and flatten into 2-in. circles. Wrap circles around cherries and carefully shape into balls. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Cover loosely; refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl. Dip cherries in chocolate; place on waxed paper to harden. Refrigerate in a covered container 1-2 weeks before serving.

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CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRIES - SIMPLE STYLE



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These Cherries are great. They are made with Marshmallow creme instead of condensed milk. They are very easy to make - especially if you've never tried to make them before! My mother in law passed the recipe on to me and they are very rich - but very good! A perfect valentines day treat.

Provided by Leahcooks

Categories     Candy

Time 5h20m

Yield 36-40 Covered cherries

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup butter
7 ounces marshmallow creme
36 -40 long stem maraschino cherries
4 cups powdered sugar
12 ounces milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Cream butter and beat in marshmallow creme and salt.
  • Add powdered sugar.
  • Turn and kneed until mixed thoroughly.
  • Refrigerate the mixture for 2 hours .
  • De-stem, drain and dry the cherries.
  • Cover each individual cherry with some of the marshmallow mixture until completely covered and freeze solid. (usually about an hour).
  • Melt chocolate in double broiler. (you can also use your microwave on a very low power setting, just be careful not to burn the chocolate).
  • Dip marshmallow covered cherries in chocolate and place an a wax paper-lined cookie sheet.
  • Refrigerate for 2 hours and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.1, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.2, Sodium 24.4, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 18.6, Protein 0.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor.
  • Pit the cherries carefully to avoid tearing the flesh.
  • Use a double boiler or a microwave to melt the chocolate to prevent it from burning.
  • If you are using a microwave to melt the chocolate, heat it in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
  • Dip the cherries in the melted chocolate using a fork or toothpick.
  • Place the chocolate-covered cherries on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and refrigerate them until the chocolate is set.
  • Store the chocolate-covered cherries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Chocolate-covered cherries are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these delightful treats that are sure to be a hit with family and friends. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give chocolate-covered cherries a try!

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