Candied cherries are called the same, glazed cherries, here in the states as in the U.K. They can be found in any supermarket along with the other candied fruits typically used in fruit cakes. If you can't find them, please ask a store employee to help you. Do not substitute maraschino cherries for glazed cherries in your fruit cake or baking as it will give you different moisture in the cake.

So, Yes they can be a Substitution.

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