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12 New Ways to Use Maraschino Cherries

They're not just for sundaes and Shirley Temples. Try these sweet treats.

By Katie Higgins
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They're not just for sundaes anymore. So go ahead—satisfy you inner child with these maraschino cherry treats.

1

Chocolate Covered Cherry Muffins

Chocolate Covered Cherry Muffins
Courtesy of Taste of Lizzy T's

This is breakfast taken to a whole new level. Who wouldn't get up for cherry topped milk chocolate glaze?!

Get the recipe from Tastes of Lizzy T's.

2

Chocolate Cherry French Macarons

Chocolate Cherry French Macarons
Courtesy of Taste and Tell

These macarons are filled with a chocolate buttercream and a maraschino cherry. Put this in my mouth, asap.

Get the recipe from Taste and Tell.

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3

Maraschino Cherry Lamingtons

Maraschino Cherry Lamingtons
Courtesy of Whisk Kid

It's sure to be a g'day if you're eating one of these pretty Australian treats!

Get the recipe from Whisk Kid.

4

Cherry Bread

Cherry Bread
Courtesy of Taste of Lizzy T's

This bread is pretty in pink—and extra sweet, to boot.

Get the recipe from Tastes of Lizzy T's.

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5

Chocolate Dipped Cherry Meringues

Chocolate Dipped Cherry Meringues
Courtesy of Lemons for Lulu

Each crisp little meringue is dipped in decadent dark chocolate to make these an extra-special treat!

Get the recipe from Lemons for Lulu.

6

Maraschino Cherry Frosting

Maraschino Cherry Frosting
Courtesy of Mom on Time Out

Now this icing is worth licking the bowl worth for! Top anything with this frosting and it will bring the smiles, guaranteed.

Get the recipe from Mom on Timeout.

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7

Cherry Almond Cake

Cherry Almond Cake
Courtesy of Taste of Lizzy T's

Every day is worth celebrating with this cake that's almost too pretty to eat.

Get the recipe from Tastes of Lizzy T's.

Related: Crunchy Dark Chocolate and Almond Delights

8

Mini Cherry Bundt Cakes

Cherry Bundt Cake
Courtesy of Diethood

The cherries inside this beautiful bundt add a bright burst of sweetness. Who needs a cherry on top when you can bake them right in?!

Get the recipe from Diethood.

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9

Maraschino Cherry White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Maraschino Cherry White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
Courtesy of Yummy Addiction

Never look at an oatmeal cookies the same way again.

Get the recipe from Yummy Addiction.

10

Chocolate Chip Cherry Cupcakes

Chocolate Chip Cherry Cupcakes
Courtesy of Sugary Winzy

Chocolate chips and cherries? Yes, please!

Get the recipe from Sugar Winzy.

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11

Chocolate Coated Maraschino Cherries Sprinkled with Macadamia Nuts

Chocolate Coated Maraschino Cherries Sprinkled with Macadamia Nuts
Courtesy of Cooking Divine

Sorry, strawberries... I have a new love! And they are sprinkled with macadamia nuts.

Get the recipe from Cooking Divine.

12

Maraschino Cherry White Chocolate Cookies

Maraschino Cherry White Chocolate Cookies
Courtesy of Averie Cooks

This twist on a classic will become your new go-to cookie.

Get the recipe from Averie Cooks.

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