Chocolate Covered Cherries
Chocolate covered cherries are a delightful treat that combines the tartness of fresh cherries with the richness of velvety chocolate. These bite-sized confections are perfect for celebrations or as a sweet indulgence any day. With just four simple ingredients, you can create an impressive dessert that will surely please your taste buds and bring joy to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh cherries (about 20 cherries), stems attached
- 8 ounces dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry the cherries to ensure proper chocolate adhesion.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and coconut oil. Heat in 30-second intervals until smooth, stirring between each interval.
- Dip each cherry by its stem into the melted chocolate, swirling to coat completely. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place the dipped cherries on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
- Refrigerate for about one hour or until the chocolate is firm. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cherry (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different types of chocolate—milk or white chocolate also works beautifully. For added texture, consider rolling the dipped cherries in crushed nuts or sprinkles before chilling.