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Homemade Chocolate Cherry Cordials

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Homemade Chocolate Cherry Cordials feature a sweet maraschino cherry wrapped in a creamy fondant filling, coated in rich chocolate. A perfect indulgence for special occasions or a delightful treat for yourself.

Ingredients

  1. *1 jar maraschino cherries with stems, drained and patted dry
    1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
    1/4 cup light corn syrup
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    2 cups powdered sugar
    1 cup sweetened condensed milk
    2 cups semisweet or milk chocolate chips
    2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for chocolate coating)

Instructions

Drain the maraschino cherries and gently pat them dry with paper towels.

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  2. Take a small amount of the fondant mixture and roll it into a ball. Flatten it slightly, then wrap it around a cherry, sealing it completely. Repeat for all cherries and place them on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
  4. Dip each fondant-covered cherry into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Let the excess chocolate drip off before placing the coated cherry back onto the wax paper.
  5. Refrigerate the chocolate-covered cherries for at least 1 hour until the chocolate is completely set and hardened.
  6. Once set, store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For an adult twist, soak the maraschino cherries in liqueur like brandy, rum, or amaretto before wrapping them in fondant and chocolate.
  • Dark chocolate can be used for a richer flavor.
  • If the chocolate coating isn’t shiny, try adding a little vegetable oil to improve the gloss.
  • These cordials can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • Feel free to add nuts or flavorings like almond extract to personalize your chocolate cherry cordials.

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