Irresistible Christmas Cherry Dessert in Just 15 Minutes
A quick and festive no-bake dessert perfect for Christmas, featuring maraschino cherries dipped in white chocolate and coated with crushed nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 bombs 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 jar (10 oz) maraschino cherries with stems, drained and patted dry
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or melting wafers
- 1 tbsp coconut oil (optional, for smoother melting)
- 1/2 cup crushed pecans or walnuts
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Dry the cherries thoroughly with paper towels to ensure the chocolate sticks.
- Melt the white chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Dip each cherry into the melted chocolate, coating fully, then press the bottom into crushed pecans.
- Place the coated cherries on parchment paper and refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.
- Dust lightly with powdered sugar before serving for a festive touch.
Notes
- Ensure cherries are completely dry before dipping to prevent chocolate from sliding off.
- Use coconut oil for smoother melting and easier dipping.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg