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Christmas Cherry Bombs hold a special place in holiday traditions. They encapsulate the essence of the season with their rich flavors and festive colors, making them an ideal choice for Christmas parties, cookie exchanges, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy with loved ones. The combination of chocolate and cherries evokes a sense of nostalgia, calling to mind cherished memories of family gatherings and festive celebrations.

Christmas Cherry Bombs

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Ingredients
  

1 cup maraschino cherries (drained)

1 cup almond flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 large eggs

1/4 cup melted coconut oil

1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

1/3 cup powdered sugar (for coating)

Red and green sprinkles (for decoration)

Instructions
 

Prep the Cherries: Pat the maraschino cherries dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

    Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

      Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil until smooth.

        Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a thick batter forms. Then, gently fold in the dark chocolate chips.

          Form the Bombs: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using your hands, scoop a small amount of batter, flatten it, and place a cherry in the center. Carefully wrap the batter around the cherry to form a ball. Repeat until all batter and cherries are used.

            Bake: Place the cherry bombs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes or until the tops are set and a toothpick comes out clean.

              Coat with Sugar: Let the bombs cool for a few minutes before rolling them in powdered sugar and topping with festive sprinkles.

                Serve: Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before serving to guests or storing in an airtight container.

                  Prep Time, Total Time, Servings:

                    20 minutes | 40 minutes | 12 servings