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Easy Homemade Chocolate Covered Cherry Cordials

A plate of homemade chocolate covered cherries, one cut open revealing the cherry center.
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Make these simple chocolate covered cherries at home. This recipe uses maraschino cherries to create a liquid center cordial coated in smooth chocolate, perfect for gifting or holiday treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained well
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon corn syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted (for coating)
  • 1 tablespoon shortening or coconut oil (optional, for smoother coating)

Instructions

  1. Place the drained maraschino cherries on paper towels and pat them very dry. This step is important for the fondant to stick.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar, corn syrup, and almond extract until a thick paste forms. This is your fondant filling.
  3. Take one dried cherry and press a small amount of the fondant mixture around it, sealing the cherry inside the fondant ball. You want just enough fondant to hold the shape.
  4. Place the fondant-covered cherries on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Let them set at room temperature for at least 2 hours, or place them in the refrigerator for 30 minutes until firm. This prevents the fondant from melting into the chocolate.
  5. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval. Stir in the shortening or coconut oil if you are using it for a smoother dip.
  6. Dip each chilled fondant-covered cherry into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Use a fork or dipping tool to lift it out, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
  7. Return the coated cherries to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature or briefly in the refrigerator until firm.

Notes

  • For a liquid center cordial, do not squeeze all the liquid out of the cherries; a small amount of residual juice helps create the signature melt-in-your-mouth center.
  • If you want a richer flavor, use dark chocolate for the coating. For a different look, use milk or white chocolate.
  • These homemade gourmet gifts keep well in an airtight container at cool room temperature for up to one week.

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