Can kids eat these if the alcohol is cooked off?

No cooking occurs in this recipe, so the alcohol remains active. Even though the amount is small, Christmas Cherry Bombs are not recommended for children . To make a family-friendly version, skip the schnapps and use peppermint syrup instead.

Can I make these in advance for a party?

Absolutely! You can make these up to 3–5 days in advance , which makes them a perfect make-ahead treat. Just keep them refrigerated in an airtight container and only pull them out shortly before serving for best presentation.

What’s the best way to transport them?

Use a shallow, airtight container lined with parchment paper. If stacking them, place parchment between layers. Keep them cool during transit, especially if you’re heading to a warm venue.

Christmas Cherry Bombs: The Best Boozy Christmas Treat 2025

Christmas Cherry Bombs

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Christmas Cherry Bombs are chocolate-dipped, peppermint schnapps-soaked maraschino cherries that make a festive, boozy holiday treat perfect for parties or edible gifts.

Author: Emily
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including soak time)
Yield: 24 cherry bombs 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 jar maraschino cherries with stems (about 16 oz)
1 cup peppermint schnapps
1 ½ cups melting chocolate (milk, dark, or white)
2 teaspoons coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smooth melting)
Holiday sprinkles, crushed candy canes, or edible glitter for decoration

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Instructions

Drain the maraschino cherries and gently pat them dry with paper towels.
Place cherries in a bowl and pour peppermint schnapps over them until fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
Drain cherries and blot dry again thoroughly to remove any remaining moisture.
Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler. Stir until smooth. Add coconut oil if desired for a thinner coating.
Holding each cherry by the stem, dip into the melted chocolate, swirl to coat, then lift and let the excess drip off.
Place dipped cherry on a parchment-lined baking sheet and immediately add sprinkles or crushed candy canes before chocolate sets.
Repeat with remaining cherries. Let set at room temperature or in the fridge for 10–15 minutes until firm.

Notes

Use cherries with stems for easier dipping and better presentation.
Don’t soak cherries too long or they may become too soft.
Make ahead and store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Not suitable for children unless using a non-alcoholic version.
Non-alcoholic version: soak cherries in peppermint syrup instead of schnapps.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cherry bomb
Calories: 65
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 0.3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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