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Dark Chocolate Cherry Cups

Dark Chocolate Cherry Cups are the perfect bite sized treat for Valentine's Day or any special occasion! They have a delicious soft and gooey cherry center that's naturally sweetened with honey.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 113 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Candy Mold

Ingredients
  

Cherry Filling

  • 1+½ Cups Cherries You can use fresh or frozen!
  • 2 Tablespoons Honey
  • ¼ Teaspoon Salt

Chocolate Layer

  • 1+½ Cups Dark Chocolate
  • 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil

Instructions
 

Preparing the Cherry Filling

  • Start by pitting cherries then place them on a cutting board.
  • Next, roughly chop the cherries.
  • Add the chopped cherries, honey, and salt into a small skillet. Let simmer for 20 minutes covered. (Stirring occasionally.) Once it's done cooking, set aside to cool.

Filling the Candy Molds

  • Next, add the chocolate chips and coconut oil into a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 20 second increments until the chocolate is smooth.
  • Add a small amount of chocolate into each candy mold followed by cherry filling. Top each candy mold with more chocolate. Freeze the candies for 4-6 hours.
  • Once they have set, pop them out and place in an airtight container until you're ready to serve!

Notes

Expert Tips

  • If you don't have a silicone candy mold, you can also use mini muffin liners! (Make sure they're non-stick.)
  • Let the candy set for at least 4 hours so they do not fall apart when you try removing them from the mold.
  • If you use frozen cherries, let them defrost for a bit so it's easier to chop. (And drain any excess water.)
  • Top with flaky sea salt and an extra drizzle of dark or white chocolate!
  • To save on time, use a cherry pitter!

How to store leftovers

Leftover Chocolate Cherry Cups should be stored in the freezer in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 113kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 0.2mgSodium: 55mgPotassium: 141mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 0.3mg
Keywords cherry chocolate candy, dark chocolate cherry cups
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