Cherry Bombs
Elevate your dessert game with these irresistible Cherry Bombs—sweet, juicy cherries filled with a luscious cream cheese mixture, dipped in velvety dark chocolate, and optionally coated in crushed nuts or colorful sprinkles for a delightful crunch. Perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or an indulgent snack, this no-bake treat combines the natural tartness of cherries with the rich creaminess of the filling and the decadent chocolate shell. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and boasting simple ingredients like fresh cherries, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, these bite-sized delights are as easy to make as they are to enjoy. Serve them chilled for the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces Fresh cherries
- 4 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil
- 0.5 cup Crushed nuts or sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the cherries, leaving the stems intact. Using a cherry pitter or a small knife, carefully remove the pits without damaging the shape of the cherries.
In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Using a small pastry bag or a Ziploc bag with the tip cut off, pipe the cream cheese mixture into the hollowed-out center of each cherry. Be gentle so the cherry does not split.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each session, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
Dip each filled cherry into the melted chocolate, coating it entirely or partially, depending on your preference. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
If using crushed nuts or sprinkles, immediately roll the chocolate-coated cherries in the toppings before the chocolate sets.
Place the coated cherries onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate hardens.
Serve chilled and enjoy your Cherry Bombs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.1 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.5 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 371 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.2 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.1 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 142.3 g | ||
| Protein | 35.8 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2199 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
