Chocolate Rum-Soaked Cherries

  Desserts

I adore chocolate-covered cherries. Who doesn’t? But there’s something extra special about making them in my own kitchen for my very favorite people!

Chocolate Rum-Soaked Cherries

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. + soaking Cook: 5 min.
YIELD: 2-1/2 dozen.

Ingredients

  • 1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries (with stems), drained
  • 1/2 cup rum or brandy
  • 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon shortening

Instructions

  • 1. Place cherries in a bowl; cover with rum. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. Drain and pat dry.
  • 2. In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Holding stems, dip cherries in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.

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