Best 5 Cherry Fudge Nut Balls Recipes

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**Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with Cherry Fudge Nut Balls, a symphony of textures and tastes.**

These delectable treats are crafted with the finest ingredients, promising an explosion of flavors in every bite. A combination of dried cherries, chopped walnuts, and creamy peanut butter forms the core of these energy balls, coated in a luscious layer of rich chocolate fudge. These no-bake delights are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a convenient snack that caters to various dietary preferences, including gluten-free and vegan options. With a simple and straightforward recipe, you can whip up a batch of these energy-boosting balls in no time.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

~ CHERRY - NUT FUDGE ~



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This is another old recipe of my Grandma's. I've tweaked the original somewhat to my own liking. My daughter requested to take to work today. She loves sharing all of my goodies with her co workers. Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 c evaporated milk
2 Tbsp butter
1 1/2 c sugar
1/4 tsp salt
2 c mini marshmallows or i have used a 7 ounce marshmallow cream
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 c semi sweet chocolate chips
1/2 c chopped nuts
1/3 c chopped maraschino cherries - drained well

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium saucepan, mix milk, sugar, butter and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. One boiling time 4 1/2 minutes. Stirring the whole time. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate, marshmallow, nuts, vanilla and cherries. Continue stirring until marshmallows and chocolate is melted.
  • 2. Spread into a buttered 9 inch dish. Refrigerate until firm. Cut into desired sized pieces.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY FUDGE



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This chocolate cherry fudge is unique from others, and festive for the holidays. It's a recipe my husband really enjoys. I've made it for our Homemaker group's Christmas party. -June Lindquist, Hammond, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 4-5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup coarsely chopped almonds
1/2 cup chopped candied cherries
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • In a microwavable bowl, combine milk and chocolate chips. Microwave on high until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred, about 1 minute. Stir in almonds, cherries and extract. Spread evenly in a greased 8-in. square pan. Cover and chill until firm. Cut into squares. Store, covered, in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHERRY-NUT WHITE FUDGE



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Ring in Christmas with this fudge that's the color of the season, white, red and green. The caramel-like flavored fudge is speckled with red and green candied cherries and pecans.-Flo Burtnett, Gage, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons plus 1/4 cup butter, divided
2 cups sugar
1 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/3 cup red candied cherries
1/3 cup green candied cherries

Steps:

  • Line an 8-in. square dish with foil and grease the foil with 2 teaspoons butter; set aside., In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, cream, corn syrup, salt and remaining butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Cook over medium-low heat, without stirring until a candy thermometer reads 240° (soft-ball stage). Remove from the heat; stir in marshmallows and vanilla., With a wooden spoon, beat until mixture begins to lose its gloss, about 10 minutes. Fold in pecans and candied cherries. Pour into prepared pan. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm., Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Discard foil; cut fudge into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 29mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SUPER-EASY CHERRY ALMOND FUDGE



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"With just a few ingredients, this recipe turns out very tasty fudge that tastes like ice cream." Jeanne Trudell

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bag (12 oz) white vanilla baking chips
1 container (1 lb) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy cherry frosting
1/2 cup chopped red candied cherries (4 oz)
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 teaspoon vanilla
Dash salt

Steps:

  • Line 9-inch square pan with foil; spray foil with cooking spray. In large microwavable bowl, microwave baking chips uncovered on High 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring every 15 seconds, until melted.
  • Stir frosting into melted chips. Fold in remaining ingredients. Pour and spread into pan. Refrigerate 20 minutes or until set.
  • Using foil, lift fudge out of pan; remove foil. Cut into 6 rows by 6 rows. Store tightly covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Candy, Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHERRY VANILLA FUDGE



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Make and share this Cherry Vanilla Fudge recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Candy

Time 1h

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup light cream
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup candied cherries or 1 cup maraschino cherry, well drained, quartered

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, salt, cream, mil, corn syrup and butter in a large heavy saucepan.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to boiling.
  • Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until candy thermometer reaches 238F (soft-ball stage).
  • Remove from heat, leaving thermometer in the saucepan. Cool to 100°F.
  • Add vanilla. Beat briskly until fudge thickens and begins to lose its gloss.
  • Stir in cherries.
  • Pour into buttered 8" square pan.
  • Cool. Cut into squares when firm.

Tips:

  • To make the process easier, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
  • Use a food processor to finely chop the nuts for a smoother texture in the balls.
  • For a richer flavor, use high-quality semisweet chocolate chips.
  • If the mixture is too dry, add a little bit of milk or cream to achieve the desired consistency.
  • Chill the balls for at least 30 minutes before rolling them in chopped nuts or sprinkles for a more defined coating.
  • Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

These cherry fudge nut balls are an easy and delicious treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their combination of sweet and salty flavors, they are sure to be a hit at any party or gathering. They are also a great way to use up leftover cherries or nuts. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert, give these cherry fudge nut balls a try!

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