Description
Cherry Mash Truffles are bite-sized, no-bake treats made with chopped maraschino cherries, sweetened coconut, and a creamy center coated in smooth milk chocolate. They’re nostalgic, festive, and perfect for gifting or holiday platters.
Ingredients
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, well drained and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups (300 g) powdered sugar
- 2 cups (160 g) sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups (510 g) milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Pat maraschino cherries dry with paper towels, then finely chop and set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until a thick, smooth consistency forms.
- Stir in shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and chopped cherries until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze the rolled balls for 20 minutes.
- Melt chocolate chips with vegetable oil using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each frozen truffle into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off.
- Place coated truffles back on parchment and allow to set at room temperature or in the fridge.
Notes
- Use dark or semi-sweet chocolate for a less sweet option.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon cherry extract for more cherry flavor.
- Mix in finely chopped nuts for texture.
- Freeze for longer storage and thaw in the fridge before serving.
- Great for holiday gifts and make-ahead desserts.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
