Munchable Mice

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Munchable Mice
45 min.
6
943kcal

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Are you looking for a fun and festive treat that’s perfect for parties or a delightful family gathering? Let us introduce you to our adorable Munchable Mice! These creative little treats are not only a feast for the eyes but also a scrumptious gluten-free dessert that everyone will love. With the combination of sweet maraschino cherries, creamy chocolate, and crunchy almond slices, each mouse is crafted to bring a smile to faces both young and old.

These charming mice are easy to make, requiring just 45 minutes of your time, and they yield two dozen delightful critters that can be served as a whimsical side dish or dessert. Imagine the joy of having these chocolate-dipped cherries sitting proudly on your dessert table — each one perfectly crafted with little almond ears and a playful chocolate drop for the body. Not to mention, the added touch of festive icing tiles them off with a pop of color and whimsy!

Ideal for holiday celebrations, children's parties, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, Munchable Mice offer not just a treat but an experience that brings joy to the kitchen. Dive into the creativity, and let your imagination run wild with touches of color and decorations! Get ready to indulge in some delicious fun — your taste buds and guests will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 48 slices almonds 
  • servings chocolate icing white red
  • 24  maraschino cherries with stems, well drained
  • 24  chocolate 
  • oz bittersweet chocolate 
  • teaspoons shortening 

Equipment

  • double boiler
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a double boiler over low heat; stir until smooth. To make each mouse, hold a cherry by the stem and dip into melted chocolate mixture. Set on wax paper; press a chocolate drop onto opposite side of cherry from stem. For ears, insert 2 almond slices between cherry and chocolate drop. If desired, pipe 2 white icing dots with red icing centers for eyes. Cover; keep refrigerated. Makes 2 dozen.

Nutrition Facts

Calories943kcal
Protein3.1%
Fat52.79%
Carbs44.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.93
Glycemic Load
34.44
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
16.934782529655%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.2mg
Catechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin
0.21mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:942.87kcal
47.14%
Fat:59.38g
91.35%
Saturated Fat:30.29g
189.31%
Carbohydrates:111.65g
37.22%
Net Carbohydrates:101.58g
36.94%
Sugar:93.84g
104.27%
Cholesterol:1.7mg
0.57%
Sodium:73.22mg
3.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:98.3mg
32.77%
Protein:7.84g
15.69%
Manganese:1.11mg
55.71%
Copper:1.11mg
55.38%
Magnesium:199.14mg
49.78%
Fiber:10.07g
40.27%
Iron:5.31mg
29.51%
Phosphorus:282.47mg
28.25%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
26.97%
Vitamin E:3.05mg
20.3%
Zinc:2.75mg
18.35%
Potassium:557.9mg
15.94%
Vitamin K:13.91µg
13.25%
Selenium:5.91µg
8.45%
Calcium:77.63mg
7.76%
Vitamin B3:1.34mg
6.7%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.49%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.4%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.39%
Folate:9.12µg
2.28%
Source:My Recipes