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Chocolate Mice Cherry Candy Treat

A delightful no-bake treat that combines maraschino cherries and chocolate, presented in a playful mouse shape, perfect for festive occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 treats
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bag maraschino cherries with stems, drained Look for intact stems for the tail effect.
  • 8 oz chocolate melting wafers Use milk, dark, or white chocolate as desired.
  • to taste sliced almonds Use for mouse ears.
  • to taste mini chocolate chips These will serve as the eyes.
  • to taste black decorating gel Used for drawing whiskers.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by patting each cherry completely dry with paper towels, keeping the stems intact.
Chocolate Melting
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate wafers in 20-second bursts, stirring in between.
  2. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate.
Assembly
  1. Dip each cherry fully into the melted chocolate, leaving the stem exposed.
  2. Place dipped cherries on parchment paper.
  3. While chocolate is still wet, insert two sliced almonds for ears and place two mini chocolate chips for eyes.
Setting
  1. Allow the dipped cherries to set at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
Finishing Touch
  1. Use black decorating gel to draw tiny whiskers on each chocolate mouse.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently in the microwave if desired.