Maraschino cherries are cherries preserved in a sweet syrup along with added flavor.
Fresh cherries bring a natural flavor to dessert whereas maraschino cherries bring an elegant, sweet flavor that contrasts to chocolate.
Fresh cherries are perfect for a healthier option whereas maraschino cherries are perfect to use when cherries aren’t in the season.
Fresh cherries have a short shelf life and can be spoiled, maraschino cherries have high sugar content and artificial flavor that isn’t healthy.