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Hershey's Red Velvet Blossoms

Delightful red velvet cookies topped with a Hershey's Kiss, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
Topping
  • 24 pieces Hershey's Kisses chocolate For topping each cookie

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
  6. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until set.
  8. As soon as you remove them from the oven, press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie.
  9. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

Store leftover cookies in an airtight container. They can be frozen for up to three months. Serve with cold milk or hot cocoa.