Viola Repp'S Chocolate Covered Cherryettes
Delightful chocolate-covered cherryettes combine rich chocolates with sweet maraschino cherries and crunchy nuts, perfect as a charming homemade treat or gift for special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups sifted flour ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt ⓘ
- 1 cup butter ⓘ
- 3/4 cup sifted powdered sugar ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon vanilla ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon almond extract ⓘ
- 1/4 cup finely chopped nuts ⓘ
- 1/2 cup well-drained maraschino cherries ⓘ
- 3/4 pound sweet chocolate
- 2 squares bitter chocolate ⓘ
- 2-inch square paraffin ⓘ
Instructions
- Mix together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Set aside.
- Cream butter, gradually adding powdered sugar, vanilla, and almond flavorings.
- Blend in the dry ingredients.
- Add the finely chopped nuts and well-drained maraschino cherries.
- Shape the mixture into small balls and chill if necessary.
- Melt the sweet and bitter chocolates with paraffin over low heat.
- Dip the cherryettes into the melted chocolate mixture, coating thoroughly.
- Place on wax paper and let cool until set.
Tips & Substitutions
For a different flavor, consider using dark chocolate instead of sweet chocolate for a richer taste. If you don't have maraschino cherries, dried cherries or raisins can be a good substitute. To make the balls uniform, use a small cookie scoop. Ensure the butter is softened for easy creaming, and chill the dough for 30 minutes if it's too sticky to handle.
Serving Suggestions
These chocolate covered cherryettes make a delightful treat for parties or as a sweet addition to a dessert platter. They pair wonderfully with coffee or a glass of milk. For a festive touch, serve them alongside Suzie Bodenhamer'S Chocolate Pie or as part of a dessert buffet featuring various American recipes.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover chocolate covered cherryettes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, refrigerate them for up to two weeks. If you want to enjoy them later, consider freezing them; just ensure they are well-wrapped to prevent freezer burn.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Viola Repp'S Chocolate Covered Cherryettes contains roughly 802 calories, with 4g protein, 37g carbohydrates, and 60g fat. It is an excellent source of calcium (22% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 2232mg per serving (97% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I prevent the chocolate from cracking as it cools?
To minimize cracking, ensure the chocolate is tempered properly before dipping. Additionally, avoid cooling them in a drafty area, as rapid temperature changes can cause the chocolate to crack.
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).