Cherry Mash Candy
Indulge in the nostalgic sweetness of homemade Cherry Mash Candy, a delightful blend of fruity cherry goodness and rich, chocolatey decadence. This classic treat combines a creamy cherry layer made with real maraschino cherries and cherry juice with a luscious topping of melted semi-sweet chocolate, peanut butter, and crunchy salted peanuts. Perfect for holidays, parties, or gifting, this no-fuss recipe only takes 30 minutes to prep and yields 24 bite-sized squares of irresistible flavor. Simple yet decadent, Cherry Mash Candy offers a retro dessert twist that will satisfy every sweet tooth while bringing a touch of candy shop charm to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup Evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Maraschino cherries (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Maraschino cherry juice
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup Peanut butter
- 1 cup Chopped salted peanuts
Instructions
Prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, evaporated milk, and butter. Stir frequently and bring the mixture to a boil. Allow it to boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped maraschino cherries, cherry juice, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until you have a smooth, thick mixture.
Pour the cherry mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly, then set it aside to cool and firm up slightly.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and peanut butter in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
Stir the chopped salted peanuts into the melted chocolate mixture.
Pour the chocolate-peanut mixture over the cooled cherry layer, spreading it evenly to cover the surface.
Allow the candy to cool completely. You can refrigerate it for faster setting.
Once set, cut the candy into small squares or bite-sized pieces.
Store the Cherry Mash Candy in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 237.0 g | 304% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.1 g | 460% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 69 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 728 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1044.3 g | 380% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.2 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 951.9 g | ||
| Protein | 92.4 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 653 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2134 mg | 45% | |
*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.
