Chocolate Cherub Mice Treats
These delightful Chocolate Cherub Mice Treats are a festive favorite that combine the sweetness of cherries with the rich taste of chocolate. Passed down through generations, this playful recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings, birthday parties, or anytime you want to bring a smile to someone's face. Each charming little 'mouse' is crafted with love, featuring a glossy chocolate coating, a sweet Hershey's kiss for a head, and almond ears—simple enough for kids to join in on the fun! Get ready to impress your family and friends with these adorable confections that are as enjoyable to make as they are to eat.
2
Servings
1100
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cherries with stems
1 lb (Fresh, with stems intact)
Hershey's chocolate kisses
1 lb (Unwrapped)
Semi-sweet chocolate chips
as needed (For melting)
Sliced almonds
as needed (For mouse ears)
Icing
optional (For decoration)
Red-hot candies
optional (For decoration)
Instructions
1
Begin by melting the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a double boiler until smooth and creamy.
2
Take a cherry by its stem (this will be the mouse's tail) and dip it into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is well-coated.
3
Place the chocolate-covered cherry on its side on a piece of waxed paper to create the mouse's body and tail.
4
While the chocolate is still warm and gooey, gently 'attach' a Hershey's kiss to the cherry, positioning it so the rounded bottom touches the cherry and the pointy tip faces out, opposite the tail.
5
Insert a couple of sliced almonds into the seam between the cherry and the kiss to form the ears.
6
For added charm, use icing or red-hot candies to create eyes and a nose on the Hershey's kiss.
7
Repeat the process with the remaining cherries and ingredients until all are constructed.
8
Allow the chocolate to set completely before serving these delightful treats.
Nutrition Information
62.5g
Fat
140g
Carbs
7.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Chocolate Cherub Mice Treats?
These are festive candy treats that combine cherries and chocolate to look like little mice.
What type of chocolate is used to coat the cherries?
The recipe calls for semi-sweet chocolate chips to be melted for the coating.
How do you create the tail of the mouse?
The stem of the cherry is left intact to act as the mouse's tail.
What ingredient is used for the head of the mouse?
A Hershey's chocolate kiss is used for the head of the mouse.
What is used to make the mouse's ears?
Sliced almonds are inserted between the cherry and the chocolate kiss to form ears.
Is this recipe suitable for kids?
Yes, the instructions are simple enough for children to join in on the fun.
How should the chocolate be melted?
The chocolate chips should be melted in a double boiler until smooth and creamy.
How do you attach the head to the body?
The Hershey's kiss is attached to the cherry while the chocolate coating is still warm and gooey.
Which way should the Hershey's kiss point?
The pointy tip of the kiss should face outwards, opposite the cherry stem.
What can be used for the mouse's eyes and nose?
You can use icing or red-hot candies for the facial features.
What surface should I use to let the mice set?
The chocolate-covered cherries should be placed on a piece of waxed paper.
Are these treats appropriate for holidays?
Yes, they are a festive favorite for holiday gatherings and birthday parties.
What is the recipe category?
This recipe is categorized as Candy.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is listed as making 2 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
There are 1100 calories per serving according to the recipe data.
How much fat is in each serving?
Each serving contains 62.5g of fat.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
There are 140g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in these treats?
The treats provide 7.5g of protein per serving.
What prep is needed for the cherries?
Cherries should be fresh and have their stems intact.
How many pounds of cherries are needed?
The recipe requires 1 lb of cherries.
How many Hershey's kisses are needed?
The recipe requires 1 lb of Hershey's kisses.
Is icing mandatory for this recipe?
No, icing is an optional ingredient for decoration.
Are red-hot candies required?
No, red-hot candies are optional for decorating the face.
How should the cherry be dipped?
Hold the cherry by its stem and dip it into the melted chocolate until well-coated.
Where do the almond ears get placed?
They are inserted into the seam where the cherry and the kiss meet.
Should the chocolate be completely set before serving?
Yes, allow the chocolate to set completely before you serve the treats.
What is the origin of this recipe?
The description mentions it has been passed down through generations.
How is the mouse's body positioned?
The chocolate-covered cherry is placed on its side to form the body.
What texture should the melted chocolate have?
The melted chocolate should be smooth and creamy.
What is the primary visual appeal of these treats?
They feature a glossy chocolate coating and an adorable mouse-like shape.