Description
A delightful and festive treat perfect for Christmas, combining rich chocolate and sweet cherries.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of chocolate chips
- 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup of chopped cherries
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk over low heat.
- Stir continuously until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chopped cherries.
- If desired, fold in chopped nuts.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 8×8 inch pan and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Can be made ahead of time for holiday gatherings.
- Feel free to substitute cherries with other dried fruits if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg