Best 3 Chocolate Rum Soaked Cherries Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our enticing chocolate-rum soaked cherries. These luscious treats are crafted using premium-quality dark chocolate and luscious rum, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Our collection features three captivating recipes that cater to diverse preferences. For those who relish the classic combination, our first recipe offers a straightforward approach, allowing you to relish the cherries' inherent sweetness enhanced by the rich chocolate and rum.

If you seek a more decadent experience, our second recipe incorporates a luscious ganache filling, enveloping each cherry in a velvety embrace of chocolate decadence. And for those with a penchant for culinary adventures, our third recipe introduces the intriguing fusion of espresso and rum, resulting in an exquisite symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE RUM SOAKED CHERRIES



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From Taste of Home Magazine. Men seem to really like these. I used Malibu Rum and Ghirardelli chocolate.

Provided by Jacquie

Categories     Candy

Time 15m

Yield 2 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, with stems
1/2 cup rum
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

  • Place cherries in a bowl; cover with rum. Refridgerate, covered, overnight. Drain and pat dry. (Save the rum for a mixed drink!).
  • In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening at 50% power in 30 second intervals.
  • Stir until smooth.
  • Holding stems, dip cherries in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper.
  • Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.3, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 5, Carbohydrate 47.6, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 44, Protein 0.2

LIQUOR-INFUSED CHOCOLATE-COVERED CHERRIES



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This is a great recipe for the holidays (but not for kids!). Please prepare ahead of time, as for this recipe takes a week to make.

Provided by Fred Norris

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time P7DT2h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries
½ cup rum (such as Bacardi 151®)
3 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1 (6 ounce) bag chocolate chips
2 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2-inch square food-grade paraffin wax

Steps:

  • Pour cherries, with their juice, into a glass bowl. Cover cherries with rum. Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerate for 1 week.
  • Drain and dry rum-infused cherries.
  • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
  • Mix confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup butter, milk, and maple syrup together in a bowl until smooth and pliable. Wrap each cherry with sugar mixture. Arrange on baking sheet. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and chill until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Combine chocolate chips, semisweet chocolate, 2 tablespoons butter, and paraffin wax in a saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring, until melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Dip each wrapped cherry into the melted chocolate mixture using a toothpick. Return to baking sheet. Repeat with remaining cherries. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and chill until set, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 12.9 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 36.3 mg, Sugar 24.5 g

CHOCOLATE RUM SOAKED CHERRIES



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Make and share this CHOCOLATE RUM SOAKED CHERRIES recipe from Food.com.

Provided by avalontwilightdesig

Categories     Low Protein

Time 1m

Yield 2 1/2 DOZEN

Number Of Ingredients 4

10 ounces maraschino cherries, with stems (drained)
1/2 cup rum or 1/2 cup brandy
4 ounces chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

  • Soak cherries in rum/brandy overnight in fridge. drain and pat dry. melt chocolate and shortening in microwave, stir until smooth. holding stems, dip cherries in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. place on waxed paper, let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.1, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 8.5, Sodium 10, Carbohydrate 76.6, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 68.7, Protein 2.1

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The chocolate you use will greatly impact the flavor of your cherries, so be sure to use a good-quality chocolate that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Soak the cherries for at least 12 hours: This will give the cherries time to absorb the rum and chocolate flavor.
  • Use a variety of cherries: You can use any type of cherry you like, but different types of cherries will have different flavors. For example, Rainier cherries are sweet and juicy, while Bing cherries are tart and tangy.
  • Add other flavors to the cherries: You can add other flavors to the cherries, such as spices, herbs, or extracts. For example, you could add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg, or a few drops of vanilla extract.
  • Serve the cherries chilled: The cherries are best served chilled, so be sure to refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Chocolate rum soaked cherries are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great gift idea. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and elegant dessert that will impress your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give chocolate rum soaked cherries a try. You won't be disappointed!

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