Cherry Chocolate Frozen Bites (Printable Version)
Ripe cherries with chocolate center, frozen for a decadent, chilled dessert snack. Simple, elegant, and satisfying.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cherries
01 - 24 large fresh cherries, pitted
→ Filling
02 - 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
03 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
→ To Serve
04 - Cocoa powder, for dusting (optional)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Carefully pit the cherries, ensuring each fruit remains whole for filling.
02 - Combine dark chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second increments, stirring until the mixture is completely smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
03 - Transfer the cooled chocolate ganache into a piping bag or use a small spoon to fill each pitted cherry cavity with the mixture.
04 - Arrange stuffed cherries on a parchment-lined tray. Place tray in the freezer and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the bites are firm throughout.
05 - If desired, dust the frozen bites with cocoa powder before serving immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick to assemble even for kitchen beginners
- Uses only three ingredients
- Rich chocolate meets juicy cherry for the perfect frozen treat
- Gluten-free and easy to adapt for vegans
02 -
- Great source of antioxidants thanks to both cherries and dark chocolate
- Naturally portioned for easy serving
- No bake recipe means less mess and heat
03 -
- Chill the ganache briefly before piping into the cherries to avoid drips
- If using coconut cream be sure to use only the thick part from the top of the can
- Let the bites sit at room temperature for two minutes before serving for the perfect texture