Chocolate Covered Cherries
A quick and easy homemade treat featuring fresh cherries dipped in rich dark chocolate, optionally enhanced with cherry liqueur and a white chocolate drizzle. Perfect for gifting, potlucks, or indulgent snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: About 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450g) fresh Bing cherries, washed and pitted
- 8 ounces (225g) dark chocolate (bittersweet or semi-sweet)
- 2 ounces (55g) white chocolate (optional, for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon cherry liqueur (optional, like Kirsch or Cherry Heering)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Wash 1 pound (450g) of fresh cherries thoroughly. Remove stems and pit them carefully, keeping cherries whole and firm. Pat dry completely with paper towels. (10 minutes)
- Set up a double boiler by simmering water in a saucepan and placing a heatproof bowl on top without touching the water. Add 8 ounces (225g) dark chocolate and 1 tablespoon coconut oil to the bowl. Stir gently until melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in cherry liqueur if using. Avoid overheating. (7 minutes)
- Using tongs or forks, dip each cherry into the melted chocolate, coating fully. Let excess drip off before placing on parchment-lined baking sheet. Work quickly but carefully. (15 minutes)
- Optional: Melt 2 ounces (55g) white chocolate similarly and drizzle thin lines over dipped cherries using a fork or piping bag. (5 minutes)
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on each cherry while chocolate is still soft. Place baking sheet in refrigerator for 30 minutes to set chocolate firmly. (30 minutes)
- Once set, transfer chocolate covered cherries to an airtight container. Ready to enjoy immediately or store for later. (2 minutes)
Notes
Dry cherries thoroughly to prevent chocolate from seizing. Use a light touch when dipping to keep cherries intact. Rewarm chocolate gently if it thickens. Sprinkle sea salt for flavor contrast. For vegan option, use dairy-free chocolate and vegan butter instead of coconut oil. Frozen cherries can be used if thawed and patted dry. Store in airtight container in fridge up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chocolate covered
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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