Best 9 Dark Chocolate Dipped Cherries Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our dark chocolate-dipped cherries, a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a chocolate adventure with three tempting variations: classic dark chocolate, decadent white chocolate, and luscious milk chocolate. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a rich, velvety chocolate coating that perfectly complements the juicy, plump cherries. Prepare to be enchanted by the symphony of flavors as the rich chocolate melts in your mouth, releasing a burst of cherry sweetness. Whether you prefer the timeless elegance of dark chocolate, the creamy smoothness of white chocolate, or the comforting warmth of milk chocolate, these recipes cater to every chocolate lover's desire. Get ready to elevate your dessert game and immerse yourself in the irresistible charm of dark chocolate-dipped cherries.

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CHOCOLATE-DIPPED CHERRIES



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These sweet treats are not only delicious, they pack the power of two awesome superfoods in one: cherries that are bursting with vitamins and antioxidants and heart-healthy dark chocolate.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 pound of chocolate-dipped cherries

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Finely chop 1/2 pound dark chocolate. Combine three-quarters of the chocolate and 1 teaspoon coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring, until the chocolate is melted; stir in the remaining chocolate until smooth. Dip 1 pound fresh cherries in the chocolate by the stems and set on parchment paper. Let harden at room temperature.

CHOCOLATE COVERED DRIED CHERRIES



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Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups chocolate covered cherr

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 cups dried cherries
16 ounces bittersweet chocolate, tempered

Steps:

  • Place the dried cherries in a coating pan attached to a stand mixer. Spin at low speed. Using a ladle, add the chocolate to the spinning cherries. Add one ladleful at a time until the cherries are coated to the desired thickness. (Use a 50/50 ratio (50 percent chocolate, 50 percent weight of the cherries.) If a thicker coat is desired, use more chocolate and vice versa.
  • How to Temper Chocolate(From Dessert Circus, Extraordinary Desserts You Can Make At Home by Jacques Torres):
  • Chocolate is tempered so that after it has been melted, it retains its gloss and hardens again without becoming chalky and white (that happens when the molecules of fat separate and form on top of the chocolate). There are a variety of ways to temper.
  • One of the easiest ways to temper chocolate is to chop it into small pieces and then place it in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time on high power until most of the chocolate is melted. Be very careful not to overheat it. (The temperature of dark chocolate should be between 88 and 90 degrees F, slightly warmer than your bottom lip. It will retain its shape even when mostly melted. White and milk chocolates melt at a temperature approximately 2 degrees F less because of the amount of lactose they contain.) Any remaining lumps will melt in the chocolate's residual heat. Use an immersion blender or whisk to break up the lumps. Usually, chocolate begins to set, or crystallize, along the side of the bowl. As it sets, mix those crystals into the melted chocolate to temper it. A glass bowl retains heat well and keeps the chocolate tempered longer.
  • Another way to temper chocolate is called seeding. In this method, add small pieces of unmelted chocolate to melted chocolate. The amount of unmelted chocolate to be added depends on the temperature of the melted chocolate, but is usually 1/4 of the total amount. It is easiest to use an immersion blender for this, or a whisk.
  • The classic way to temper chocolate is called tabliering. Two thirds of the melted chocolate is poured onto a marble or another cold work surface. The chocolate is spread out and worked with a spatula until its temperature is approximately 81 degrees F. At this stage, it is thick and begins to set. This tempered chocolate is then added to the remaining non-tempered chocolate and mixed thoroughly until the mass has a completely uniform temperature. If the temperature is still too high, part of the chocolate is worked further on the cold surface until the correct temperature is reached. This is a lot of work, requires a lot of room, and makes a big mess.
  • A simple method of checking tempering, is to apply a small quantity of chocolate to a piece of paper or to the point of a knife. If the chocolate has been correctly tempered, it will harden evenly and show a good gloss within a few minutes.

DARK CHOCOLATE COOKIES WITH SOUR CHERRIES



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These cookies get their intense flavor from bittersweet chocolate and cocoa; dried cherries lend an unexpected tartness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes about 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup firmly packed dark-brown sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups dried sour cherries, firmly packed (9 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugars until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract; beat until well combined. Add the flour mixture, and beat on low speed, until just combined. Do not overbeat. With a wooden spoon, fold in chocolate and cherries. (Dough can be frozen at this point, wrapped well in plastic, up to 1 month; thaw completely before baking.)
  • Form balls of dough, each about 1/4 cup; place balls on baking sheet about 3 inches apart. Bake until puffed and cracked, 9 to 11 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container, at room temperature, up to 3 days.

CHOCOLATE-COVERED CHERRIES



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Not only is this my family's favorite festive dessert, but it makes a delicious holiday present, too. Best of all, you can (and should) prepare these ahead. The candy gets better as it's stored, with the centers becoming even juicier. -Linda Hammerich, Bonanza, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 jars (8 ounces each) maraschino cherries with stems, well drained
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar, butter, milk and extract. Knead until smooth and pliable. Shape into 1-in. balls and flatten each into a 2-in. circle. , Wrap one circle around each cherry and lightly roll in hands. Place with stems up on waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Cover loosely and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. , In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Holding on to the stems, dip cherries into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper until set. Store in a covered container. Refrigerate 1-2 weeks before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE DIPPED BING CHERRIES



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Fresh sweet Bing cherries, infused with vanilla and dipped in dark chocolate. Best if eaten fresh but can be frozen for weeks in a covered tin.

Provided by Barry

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
24 Bing cherries with stems

Steps:

  • Pour the sugar into a shallow dish. Drop two drops of vanilla at a time into the dish in 24 separate places to form lumps of vanilla sugar. Set aside to allow the lumps to harden.
  • Pit the cherries carefully from the bottom. I use a small curved dental tool. Make sure the stem stays intact.
  • When the lumps of sugar have hardened, insert them into the cherries where the pits were; set aside. Melt chocolate in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until melted and smooth.
  • Hold cherries by the stem and dip into the chocolate leaving the very top uncovered. Set on waxed paper to dry. Refrigerate overnight to allow the sugar lumps to dissolve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sugar 14 g

CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRIES



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Easy, delicious cherries. Just like you buy in the box! It's best to let the candies ripen for 1 to 2 weeks.

Provided by Meredith

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 5

60 maraschino cherries with stems
3 tablespoons butter, softened
3 tablespoons corn syrup
2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1 pound chocolate confectioners' coating

Steps:

  • Drain cherries and set on paper towels to dry.
  • In a medium bowl, combine butter and corn syrup until smooth. Stir in confectioners' sugar and knead to form a dough. Chill to stiffen if necessary. Wrap each cherry in about 1 teaspoon of dough. Chill until firm.
  • Melt confectioners' coating in a heavy saucepan over low heat. Dip each cherry in by its stem, and place on waxed paper lined sheets. Chill until completely set. Store in an airtight container in a cool place. Best after 1 or 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 5.1 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

ELEGANT DIPPED CHERRIES



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Here's a sure way to impress holiday guests. These sweet maraschino cherries are wrapped in unsweetened chocolate, then dipped in melted vanilla chips. A chocolate drizzle dresses them up for serving on a festive plate of sweets. -Sedora Brown Waynesboro, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries with stems, well drained
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted
2 teaspoons half-and-half cream
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup white baking chips
2-1/2 teaspoons shortening, divided
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Pat cherries dry with paper towels and set aside. In a large bowl, combine butter, corn syrup, unsweetened chocolate and cream. Stir in confectioners' sugar., Knead until smooth. Roll into 18 balls; flatten each into a 2-in. circle. Wrap each circle around a cherry and lightly roll in hands. Place cherries, stem side up, in a shallow waxed paper-lined container. Cover and freeze at least 2 hours., The day before serving, remove the cherries from freezer. In a microwave, melt white baking chips and 1-1/2 teaspoons shortening; stir until smooth., Holding onto the stem, dip each cherry into white baking chips, allowing excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. , Melt chocolate chips and remaining shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over candies. Refrigerate until firm. Store candies in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPED CHERRIES



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Categories     Chocolate     Fruit     Dessert     Cherry     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 2

6 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
24 large fresh cherries with stems

Steps:

  • Line baking sheet with waxed paper. Place chocolate in top of double boiler set over barely simmering water (do not allow bottom of pan to touch water); stir until melted and smooth. Remove chocolate from over water. Holding cherry stem, dip 1 cherry halfway into chocolate. Place cherry, chocolate side down, on prepared sheet. Repeat with remaining cherries and chocolate. Chill until chocolate is firm, at least 15 minutes. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep chilled.)

DARK CHOCOLATE-DIPPED CHERRIES



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Why stop at chocolate-dipped strawberries, when cherries are in season?

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 34

Number Of Ingredients 2

8 ounces (2 cups) sweet cherries
1.5 ounces melted dark chocolate

Steps:

  • Dip the bottoms of cherries in chocolate. Let excess drip off.
  • Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 10 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, plump cherries for the best results. Avoid cherries that are bruised or have blemishes.
  • Wash the cherries thoroughly and pat them dry before dipping them in chocolate. This will help the chocolate to adhere better.
  • Use a good quality dark chocolate for dipping. A chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70% is ideal.
  • Melt the chocolate slowly and carefully. Overheating the chocolate can cause it to seize and become grainy.
  • Use a toothpick or fork to dip the cherries in the chocolate. This will help to prevent the cherries from getting too messy.
  • Place the dipped cherries on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. This will help to prevent them from sticking to the pan.
  • Refrigerate the dipped cherries for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the chocolate to set and firm up.

Conclusion:

Dark chocolate-dipped cherries are a delicious and elegant treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect dark chocolate-dipped cherries that everyone will love.

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