Mouthwatering Cherry Caramel Extract Balls for Sweet Moments
Delight in these no-bake cherry caramel balls featuring rich chocolate, tart cherries, and buttery smoothness all in one bite—perfect for entertaining or self-indulging.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing Bowl Large
- 1 Microwave-safe Bowl For melting chocolate
- 1 Baking Sheet Lined with parchment paper
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or omit for nut-free version
- ⅓ cup Cherry Juice Non-alcoholic alternative to bourbon flavor
- ½ cup Finely Chopped Maraschino Cherries Chop finely to integrate flavors
- ½ cup Softened Butter Ensure it's softened for easy mixing
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar Helps create fudge-like consistency
- 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Melt with shortening for richness
- 2 tablespoons Shortening Can be replaced with unsalted butter
- 1 cup Candied Cherry Halves Use for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
- Mix softened butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl until creamy and smooth.
- Add cherry juice and finely chopped maraschino cherries, stirring gently until well blended.
- Fold in chopped pecans evenly throughout the mixture.
- Shape mixture into small bite-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate chips and shortening together in 30-second microwave bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each ball into melted chocolate using a fork, coating completely, then return to lined sheet.
- Top each dipped ball with a candied cherry half before chocolate sets.
- Chill for another 15 minutes to allow chocolate coating to harden.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for 2 months. Use parchment between layers to prevent sticking.