Chocolate Covered Cherries

Prep: 90 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 36 Cuisine: American

Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and sweet maraschino cherries with these Chocolate Covered Cherries. The creamy almond-flavored fondant adds a unique twist, making them perfect for holiday celebrations or special occasions. They're a treat that both children and adults will adore.

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Ingredients

  • 1/3 c. butter
  • 2 c. marshmallow cream
  • dash of salt
  • 1 tsp. almond flavoring
  • 4 c. confectioners sugar, sifted
  • 36 maraschino cherries
  • 12 oz. chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cake paraffin (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cream butter.
  2. Beat in marshmallow cream, salt, and almond flavoring. Add confectioners sugar gradually, mixing well after each addition.
  3. Turn onto waxed paper and knead well.
  4. Refrigerate for one hour.
  5. Drain cherries.
  6. Roll in fondant, covering completely. Chill balls in refrigerator.
  7. Melt chocolate in a double boiler. Dip chilled fondant into chocolate and place on waxed paper to set.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

565 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.8g 8% DV
Total Fat 33.1g 42% DV
Carbs 66.4g 24% DV
Fiber 2.1g 7% DV
Sugar 51.8g 100% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9741.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 171mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 76mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.5mcg
Vitamin C 0.3mg
Calcium 47.8mg 4% DV
Iron 1.1mg 6% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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