Prepare to indulge in a delectable treat with our irresistible Chocolate Covered Cherries recipe, guaranteed to satisfy your sweet cravings and impress your taste buds with its luscious combination of flavors! 🍫🍒 This delightful confection requires just 50 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for a quick and easy dessert fix or a delightful homemade gift for friends and family. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your repertoire, bringing joy to every occasion.
Ingredients:
- 60 maraschino cherries, drained well and patted dry
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons margarine
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 2 pinches of salt
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate coating
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Drain the maraschino cherries well and allow them to stand on paper toweling to remove excess moisture. | 30 mins |
| 2 | To prepare the fondant, combine the butter (or margarine), corn syrup, and salt in a mixing bowl. | |
| 3 | Gradually stir in the powdered sugar until a smooth mixture forms, then knead the fondant until it’s smooth. | |
| 4 | If the fondant is too soft, chill it briefly to achieve the desired consistency. | |
| 5 | Take a teaspoon of the fondant and shape it around each cherry, ensuring they’re evenly coated. | |
| 6 | Place the fondant-covered cherries on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet and chill them until set. | |
| 7 | In a small heavy saucepan or a deep bowl set over a pan of hot water, melt the chocolate coating, stirring constantly. | |
| 8 | Holding onto the stems, dip each fondant-covered cherry into the melted chocolate, ensuring they’re fully coated. | |
| 9 | Use a spoon to generously spoon more melted chocolate over the cherries to ensure complete coverage. | |
| 10 | Transfer the chocolate-covered cherries onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet and place them in the refrigerator to harden. | |
| 11 | Once set, store the chocolate-covered cherries in a covered container in a cool place until ready to enjoy. | |
| 12 | For optimal flavor, allow the cherries to ripen for a week or two; during this time, the fondant will begin to liquefy, enhancing the taste experience. | |
| 13 | Enjoy the fruits of your labor as you bite into these decadent chocolate-covered cherries! |
With a yield of 60 candies, this recipe ensures there’s plenty to go around, whether you’re treating yourself or sharing with loved ones. Each chocolate-covered cherry boasts a symphony of flavors, with the sweetness of the fondant perfectly complementing the tartness of the cherries, all enveloped in rich, velvety chocolate. 🍫🍒 Plus, with just 88.4 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free in this divine confection!
