Chocolate Dipped Cherries with Pistachios
Elevate your dessert game with these stunning Chocolate-Dipped Cherries with Pistachios, a simple yet elegant treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Juicy fresh cherries take center stage as they’re dipped in rich, velvety dark chocolate (60% cacao or higher for a decadent bite) and crowned with a sprinkle of crunchy, nutty pistachios. The hint of optional coconut oil ensures a glossy, smooth chocolate coating that’s visually irresistible. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-bake recipe is perfect for a crowd-pleasing holiday dessert, an indulgent snack, or a thoughtful edible gift. Serve these jewel-like treats chilled for the ultimate blend of textures and flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces Fresh cherries (with stems)
- 200 grams Dark chocolate (at least 60% cacao)
- 50 grams Unsalted pistachios (shelled)
- 1 teaspoon Coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)
- 1 sheet Parchment paper
Instructions
Wash the cherries thoroughly and pat them completely dry with a kitchen towel. The cherries must be dry to ensure the chocolate adheres properly.
Roughly chop the pistachios and set them aside in a small bowl.
In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the dark chocolate. If desired, stir in the coconut oil to make the chocolate smoother and shinier.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare a surface for the dipped cherries.
Hold a cherry by the stem and dip it into the melted chocolate, covering about 3/4 of the cherry. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
Immediately sprinkle the dipped cherry with chopped pistachios before the chocolate sets. Alternatively, you can dip the chocolate-covered cherry into the bowl of pistachios for more coverage.
Place the decorated cherry onto the prepared parchment paper. Repeat the process with the remaining cherries.
Once all the cherries are dipped and decorated, transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes, or until the chocolate has completely set.
Serve the chocolate-dipped cherries as a dessert, snack, or gift. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.1 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.3 g | 266% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.1 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.0 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 2273 mg | 48% | |
*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.
