Cherry Chocolate Frozen Bites (Printable Version)

Ripe cherries with chocolate center, frozen for a decadent, chilled dessert snack. Simple, elegant, and satisfying.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cherries

01 - 24 large fresh cherries, pitted

→ Filling

02 - 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
03 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream

→ To Serve

04 - Cocoa powder, for dusting (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Carefully pit the cherries, ensuring each fruit remains whole for filling.
02 - Combine dark chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second increments, stirring until the mixture is completely smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
03 - Transfer the cooled chocolate ganache into a piping bag or use a small spoon to fill each pitted cherry cavity with the mixture.
04 - Arrange stuffed cherries on a parchment-lined tray. Place tray in the freezer and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the bites are firm throughout.
05 - If desired, dust the frozen bites with cocoa powder before serving immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick to assemble even for kitchen beginners
  • Uses only three ingredients
  • Rich chocolate meets juicy cherry for the perfect frozen treat
  • Gluten-free and easy to adapt for vegans
02 -
  • Great source of antioxidants thanks to both cherries and dark chocolate
  • Naturally portioned for easy serving
  • No bake recipe means less mess and heat
03 -
  • Chill the ganache briefly before piping into the cherries to avoid drips
  • If using coconut cream be sure to use only the thick part from the top of the can
  • Let the bites sit at room temperature for two minutes before serving for the perfect texture
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