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Easy Chocolate Covered Cherries

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Chocolate covered cherries are a classic sweet treat. And so easy to make! They are also great for entertaining and gift-giving. Eat them as-is or try topping a decorated cake or cupcake with them.


serves/makes:
  
ready in:
  under 30 minutes

ingredients

2 jars (10 ounce size) long stem maraschino cherries
1 package (12 ounce size) semisweet chocolate chips

directions

Drain the cherries well and place the cherries on paper toweling to dry.

Place the chocolate chips in a saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the chocolate has melted and is smooth. Remove the pan from the heat.

Line a baking sheet or platter with waxed paper.

Holding the cherries by the stem, carefully dip each one in the chocolate, turning to coat it as needed. Place the chocolate covered cherries on the waxed paper. When all the cherries are dipped, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and refrigerate until the chocolate has set.

common recipe questions


How long will these keep once made? Can they be made ahead of time?

Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Can I use another flavor of chocolate?

Yes, you can use dark, milk, white chocolate, or even almond bark.


nutrition data

48 calories, 2 grams fat, 8 grams carbohydrates, 0 grams protein per serving. This recipe is low in sodium.
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