Liqueur Soaked Chocolate Maraschino Cherries
Indulge in decadence with these luxurious Liqueur Soaked Chocolate Maraschino Cherries—perfect for gifting, entertaining, or savoring as a sweet treat. This easy yet elegant recipe combines the bold flavors of maraschino cherries infused with your favorite liqueur, like amaretto, bourbon, or kirsch, for 24 hours to ensure a rich, boozy kick. Once soaked, the cherries are dusted with powdered sugar and dipped in velvety, melted chocolate for a glossy, sweet coating that perfectly complements their tangy interior. Ideal for holidays or special occasions, these bite-sized desserts can be made ahead of time and served chilled for an elevated finish. From impressive presentation to irresistible taste, these chocolate-dipped cherries are guaranteed to wow your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 jar (16 ounces) Maraschino cherries (with stems)
- 8 ounces Dark or milk chocolate (chopped or chips)
- 1 cup Liqueur (e.g., amaretto, bourbon, or kirsch)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for thinning chocolate)
Instructions
Drain the maraschino cherries from their syrup, leaving the stems attached. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Place them on a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, pour the liqueur of choice. Add the cherries to the bowl, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24 hours to allow the cherries to soak in the liqueur.
After 24 hours, remove the cherries from the liqueur and pat them dry with paper towels. (Optionally, save the liqueur for future use as a cherry-infused cocktail ingredient.)
Dust the cherries lightly with powdered sugar. This helps create a base layer that prevents the chocolate from sliding off the surface.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Set it aside.
Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl either over a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring between each interval, until smooth. If the chocolate is too thick for dipping, stir in 1-2 teaspoons of coconut oil or vegetable shortening to thin it out.
Hold each cherry by the stem and dip it into the melted chocolate, swirling to coat evenly. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the cherry on the prepared baking sheet.
Repeat the process with the remaining cherries. Let the chocolate-covered cherries cool and set at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or refrigerate for 30 minutes for faster setting.
Once the chocolate is firm, transfer the cherries to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2570 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.2 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.5 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 93 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 349.2 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 314.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1059 mg | 23% | |
*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.
