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Chocolate‑Dipped Coconut Cherry Bombs

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Chocolate-Dipped Coconut Cherry Bombs are a decadent, no-bake treat featuring juicy maraschino cherries wrapped in a sweet coconut mixture and dipped in rich chocolate for the perfect bite-sized indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (10-ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained and patted dry
  • 2 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and almond extract until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Scoop a small portion of the coconut mixture and flatten it in your hand.
  4. Place a cherry in the center and wrap the coconut mixture around it, forming a ball.
  5. Repeat with remaining cherries and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Freeze the coconut cherry balls for 30–45 minutes until firm.
  7. Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  8. Dip each frozen coconut cherry ball into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off.
  9. Return the dipped balls to the parchment-lined tray and refrigerate until the chocolate sets.
  10. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • Make sure cherries are completely dry before wrapping to prevent slipping.
  • Freezing the balls makes dipping easier and cleaner.
  • You can use white chocolate or dark chocolate for variation.
  • These make great gifts or additions to dessert platters.

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Keywords: cherry bombs, coconut candy, chocolate dipped, no-bake dessert, maraschino cherries, holiday treat

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