Red, White and Blue Chocolate Covered Cherries
Red, White and Blue Chocolate Covered Cherries
These Red, White and Blue Chocolate Covered Cherries are one of the easiest patriotic treats you’ll ever make. Made with sweet maraschino cherries dipped in creamy white chocolate and coated with sparkling blue sugar and festive patriotic sprinkles, they’re the perfect bite-sized dessert for summer celebrations.
Whether you’re hosting a Fourth of July BBQ, Memorial Day cookout, Labor Day party, or simply looking for a fun red, white, and blue dessert, these cherries are always a hit. They’re beautiful on a dessert tray, easy to make ahead, and require just a few simple ingredients.
Best of all, there’s no baking required.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy no-bake dessert
- Perfect patriotic treat
- Great for Fourth of July
- Only a few ingredients
- Kid-friendly recipe
- Beautiful dessert tray addition
- Ready in minutes
Ingredients
- 1 jar maraschino cherries with stems
- 12 ounces white chocolate melting wafers
- 1/2 cup blue decorating sugar
- 1/2 cup red, white, and blue sprinkles
Instructions
Step 1: Drain the Cherries
Drain the maraschino cherries thoroughly.
Place them on several layers of paper towels.
Pat dry very well.
Allow them to sit for 15 to 20 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Step 2: Melt the Chocolate
Place the white chocolate melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl.
Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Step 3: Dip the Cherries
Hold each cherry by the stem.
Dip into the melted white chocolate until completely coated.
Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
Step 4: Decorate
Immediately sprinkle the bottom portion of the cherry with blue decorating sugar.
Add patriotic sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet.
Step 5: Chill
Place the decorated cherries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes or until the chocolate is completely set.
Step 6: Serve
Arrange on a serving platter and serve chilled.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 24 cherries
Tips for the Best Chocolate Covered Cherries
Dry the Cherries Well
This is the most important step. Excess moisture can cause the chocolate to seize.
Use Melting Wafers
Candy melts or melting wafers provide the smoothest finish.
Work Quickly
Decorate the cherries before the chocolate hardens.
Chill Before Serving
Cold cherries taste even better and help the chocolate stay firm.
Variations
Firecracker Cherries
Use red sanding sugar and star-shaped sprinkles.
Patriotic Oreo Cherries
Roll the bottoms in crushed Oreo cookies.
Sparkling Cherries
Use red, white, and blue sanding sugars for extra sparkle.
White Chocolate Cherry Bites
Remove the stems and serve as bite-sized candies.
Jennie’s Thoughts
I absolutely love making simple holiday treats that look fancy but take very little effort. These cherries are one of those recipes.
Every time I put them on a dessert tray, people think they took much longer to make than they actually did. The bright red cherries peeking through the white chocolate with the blue sugar and patriotic sprinkles create such a festive presentation.
They’re perfect for backyard BBQs, pool parties, and Fourth of July celebrations because they’re easy to transport and don’t require any baking. Plus, they’re just plain fun to eat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Make These Ahead?
Yes. They can be made up to 2 days in advance.
Do I Need the Stems?
No, but the stems make dipping much easier.
Can I Use White Chocolate Chips?
You can, but melting wafers or candy melts tend to work better.
How Long Do They Last?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
What to Serve with Patriotic Cherries
- Fourth of July dessert boards
- Patriotic popcorn
- Rice Krispy treats
- Sugar cookies
- Fruit trays
- Brownies
- Ice cream sundaes
Storage
Store covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
These Red, White and Blue Chocolate Covered Cherries are sweet, festive, and incredibly easy to make. With creamy white chocolate, sparkling blue sugar, patriotic sprinkles, and juicy maraschino cherries, they’re the perfect no-bake dessert for all your summer celebrations.
