Description

Cherries in the Snow is a nostalgic and elegant dessert featuring maraschino cherries wrapped in fluffy whipped cream and coated with creamy white chocolate. This festive treat perfectly balances sweet cherries and rich white chocolate, ideal for holiday parties or special occasions.

Ingredients

1 jar maraschino cherries, drained and patted dry
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces white chocolate, melted
Optional: shredded coconut or white sprinkles for coating

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Instructions

Prepare Cherries: Drain cherries well and pat dry to remove excess liquid.
Make Whipped Cream: In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Wrap Cherries: Spoon a small amount of whipped cream onto each cherry, fully covering it.
Coat in White Chocolate: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each whipped cream-covered cherry into melted white chocolate, coating completely.
Add Toppings: Roll or sprinkle coated cherries with shredded coconut or white sprinkles if desired.
Chill: Place coated cherries on parchment paper and refrigerate until set, about 1 hour.
Serve: Enjoy chilled as an elegant dessert or party treat.

Notes

Use maraschino cherries for best sweetness and texture.Keep bowls and beaters chilled for stable whipped cream.Gently reheat white chocolate if it thickens.Coconut topping is optional for texture and visual appeal.Serve immediately after coating for best cream texture.