Description

These No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Bourbon Balls offer an irresistible blend of rich chocolate, tart cherries, and a hint of bourbon, making them ideal for gatherings or special occasions. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

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1 cup pitted sour cherries
½ cup bourbon
1 tablespoon brown sugar
8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
⅓ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature
½ cup bourbon-soaked cherries, finely chopped and well-drained
12 oz dark chocolate or chocolate melting wafers
Optional garnish: crushed freeze-dried cherries or flaky sea salt

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Instructions

Soak the sour cherries in bourbon and brown sugar for at least 2 hours or overnight
Make the ganache by heating cream, pouring over chocolate, and stirring until smooth
Fold in the soaked and chopped cherries into the ganache once slightly cooled
Scoop the mixture into mounds on a lined baking sheet and chill
Roll the chilled portions into balls
Dip each ball in melted chocolate and let the excess drip off
Garnish with optional toppings and allow to set at room temperature or in the fridge

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks; freeze for longer storage up to 3 months
Variation: use dark chocolate as a coating for a richer flavor

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ball
Calories: 150
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 10mg