If you want beautiful treats for the holidays then make these easy homemade Christmas chocolate covered cherries. These white chocolate dipped cherries are decorated and are almost too pretty to eat!
WHAT KIND OF CHERRIES DO I USE?
These homemade Christmas chocolate covered cherries are made with maraschino cherries.
These come in a jar and are preserved and sweetened. They are a great choice for Christmas!
BEST CHOCOLATE FOR MELTING
There are lots of different options for melting chocolates.
This specific recipe works best with white Almond Bark, Vanilla Melting Wafers or White Candy Melts.
I would advise AGAINST using white Chocolate bars or chips. They seize up easier and are not the best choice for this recipe.
INGREDIENTS FOR CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRIES
This simple Christmas dessert recipe only has 3 ingredients. I love simple recipes that are budget-friendly.
- Maraschino Cherries with Stems (about 24 cherries)
- White Melting Chocolate
- Holiday Sprinkles
HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRIES FOR CHRISTMAS
This is a fun recipe to have kids help with and it is an oven-free dessert!
STEP ONE: PREPARE CHERRIES
Drain the liquid from the jar of maraschino cherries.
Strain the cherries from the jar and place them on at least three layers of paper towels and then pat dry.
It is important that the cherries are dry or the chocolate won’t stick properly.
STEP TWO: MELT CHOCOLATE
Melt half of the melting chocolate in the microwave, in bursts of 15 seconds, until it is smooth and lump free.
Pour the sprinkles into small bowls.
STEP THREE: DIP
Working quickly, dip each cherry in the melted white chocolate and then dip in sprinkles and place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
I like to leave the top of the cherry exposed without chocolate, but you can dip the whole thing if you prefer.
STEP FOUR: CHILL
Chill for 5 to 10 minutes.
Once the first batch of melted chocolate is over, repeat the process with the second batch of melting chocolate.
The dipped cherries can be stored in the fridge in a covered container for up to a week.
TIPS FOR THE BEST CHRISTMAS CHERRIES
It is a good idea to use white chocolate so that the Christmas sprinkles really pop and show up.
Working in batches with the melting chocolate allows you waste less.
Also, if any liquid seizes the chocolate, you do not end wasting the entire batch.
CHRISTMAS CHERRIES RECIPE
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Homemade Christmas Chocolate Covered Cherries
Ingredients
- 1 10 oz. jar Maraschino Cherries with Stems (about 24 cherries)
- 4 oz. of White Melting Chocolate
- 2 tablespoons of Holiday Sprinkles
Instructions
- Drain liquid from the jar of cherries.
- Strain the cherries from the jar and place them on at least three layers of paper towels and then pat dry.
- Melt half of the melting chocolate in the microwave, in bursts of 15 seconds, until smooth and lump-free.
- Arrange your holiday sprinkles into bowls.
- Working quickly, dip each cherry in the melted white chocolate and then dip in sprinkles and place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
- Chill for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Once the first batch of melted chocolate is over, repeat the process with the second batch of melting chocolate.
- The dipped cherries can be stored in the fridge in a covered container for up to a week.
Notes
If you loved this Christmas dessert recipe be sure to check these other great recipes before you go!
- Swirled Pumpkin Cream Cheese Pie
- Gingerbread Brownies
- Christmas Jello Poke Cake
- Easy Christmas Holly Cupcakes
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