Description
This chocolate dipped cherries recipe is a family-friendly favorite, perfect for holidays, parties, or a quick treat at home. Sweet, juicy cherries are coated in smooth melted chocolate and topped with your choice of decorations. Quick, easy, and fun for kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
2 cups fresh cherries, stems on
200g good-quality dark chocolate (or milk/white chocolate)
1 tsp coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)
Optional toppings: sprinkles, crushed nuts, shredded coconut
Instructions
Prepare the Cherries: Wash cherries thoroughly and dry completely with paper towels. Set aside on a clean cloth to air-dry fully.
Melt the Chocolate: Break the chocolate into small pieces. Melt using either the microwave (in 20-second bursts, stirring each time) or double boiler method. If desired, stir in the coconut oil for extra shine.
Dip the Cherries: Hold each cherry by the stem (or use a toothpick). Dip into the melted chocolate, gently twirl to coat evenly, and let the excess drip off.
Decorate: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with your choice of toppings.
Let Set: Place dipped cherries on parchment paper. Let them set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Notes
Notes
💡 Ella’s Tip: “Always make sure your cherries are super dry before dipping — moisture makes the chocolate slip off!”
Maraschino cherries work too! Pat them extra dry to avoid slippery chocolate.
Use dairy-free chocolate for a vegan-friendly version.
Add fun toppings like mini chocolate chips or crushed freeze-dried berries.
Avoid freezing as it can cause the chocolate to crack and cherries to turn mushy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cherries
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg