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Title: Chocolate-Covered Cherries
Categories: Fruits, Chocolate, Candies
Yield: 36 Servings
2 1/2 c Confectioners' sugar
1/4 c Butter; softened
1 tb Milk
1/2 ts Almond extract
16 oz Maraschino cherries with
- stems (2 jars);
- well drained
2 c Semisweet chocolate chips
2 tb Shortening
In a small bowl, combine sugar, butter, milk, and extract. Knead
until smooth and pliable. Shape into 1" balls and flatten each into
a 2" circle.
Wrap 1 circle around each cherry and lightly roll in hands. Place
with stems up on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Cover loosely
and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth.
Holding on to the stems, dip cherries into chocolate; allow excess
to drip off. Place on waxed paper until set. Store in a covered
container. Refrigerate 1-2 weeks before serving.
Recipe by Linda Hammerich, Bonanza, Oregon
Recipe FROM:
https://www.tasteofhome.com
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