Christmas Chocolate Cherry Balls
These delightful bites of joy are perfect for the holiday season, combining dried cherries with chocolate for a sweet treat that everyone will love.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Parchment-lined Baking Sheet
- Microwave-safe Bowl
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cherry Balls
- 1 cup dried cherries chopped
- 1 cup chocolate wafer crumbs
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips melted (for coating)
- 1/4 cup sprinkles or chopped nuts for decoration
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped dried cherries, chocolate wafer crumbs, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Step 2: Once the mixture is thoroughly mixed, refrigerate for about 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Step 3: After chilling, scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
- Step 4: Place the chocolate balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 5: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Step 6: Dip each chocolate ball into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
- Step 7: Roll the coated balls in sprinkles or chopped nuts for decoration.
- Step 8: Return the decorated balls to the parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate until the chocolate coating is set, about 30 minutes.
- Step 9: Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your festive treat!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should last about a week, or freeze for up to a month.