Description
These delectable Chocolate Kiss Cookies combine rich cocoa and sweet Hershey’s Kisses for a festive treat perfect for holidays or any occasion. Soft-centered and rolled in sugar or sprinkles, these cookies are simple to make and sure to delight.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks, softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Other
- 30 Hershey’s Kisses (unwrapped)
- Holiday sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure even baking and prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and creamy, creating a smooth base for the dough. Then add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until fully blended.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined to ensure consistent texture.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix until a soft cookie dough forms, taking care not to overmix to maintain tenderness.
- Chill Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes. This step firms up the dough, making it easier to handle and shape.
- Form Dough Balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of chilled dough and roll it into a smooth ball. Repeat for all dough, preparing them for baking.
- Coat Dough Balls: Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar to add a slight crunch and sweetness. Alternatively, roll some balls in holiday sprinkles for a fun festive look.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the edges are firm but the centers remain soft, ensuring a chewy texture.
- Add Hershey’s Kisses: Remove cookies from the oven and immediately press one unwrapped Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie. Don’t worry if the edges crack slightly; this is normal.
- Cool Cookies: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents breakage and perfects texture.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature butter to create the perfect creamy texture when creaming with sugars.
- Chilling the dough helps control spreading and makes the cookies easier to shape.
- Press the Hershey’s Kiss gently but firmly to ensure it stays in place as the cookies cool.
- You can substitute Hershey’s Kisses with other chocolate candies if desired.
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Optional sprinkles add festive color and texture but can be omitted for a classic look.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate Kiss Cookies, Hershey's Kiss Cookies, cocoa cookies, holiday cookies, chocolate cookies, easy cookie recipe
