Description
Red, White, and Blue Drunken Cherries are the ultimate festive adult treat for summer celebrations. These vibrant cherries are soaked in whipped cream vodka, dipped in smooth white chocolate, and adorned with colorful nonpareils, creating a delightful combination that’s both visually stunning and deliciously unique. Perfect for BBQs, Fourth of July parties, or any occasion that calls for a sweet indulgence, these easy-to-make cherry delights will impress your guests and elevate your dessert game. With just four simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a fun treat ready to enjoy in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 jars maraschino cherries with stems (10 ounces each)
- 12 ounces whipped cream vodka
- ⅓ cup white chocolate chips
- 2 ounces red, white, and blue nonpareils
Instructions
- Pour maraschino cherries into a bowl; remove broken or stemless cherries.
- Transfer good cherries to a mason jar and cover with vodka. Seal and refrigerate overnight.
- Drain cherries and pat dry with paper towels.
- Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Pour nonpareils into a small bowl for easy dipping.
- Dip each cherry half into melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before coating in nonpareils.
- Place on parchment paper to set for about five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cherry (25g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg