Description
Dive into the delicious world of Chocolate Covered Cherries, a sweet treat that combines juicy cherries and rich chocolate for an irresistible dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Sprinkles or crushed nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Wash the cherries thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean towel.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for the cherries to cool on.
- Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth.
- Dip each cherry in the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Place the chocolate-covered cherries on the prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle any desired toppings, such as sprinkles or crushed nuts, over the chocolate while it’s still wet.
- Chill the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate is set.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for better flavor. Ensure cherries are completely dry before dipping to avoid chocolate seizing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cherries
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg