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Hershey's Red Velvet Blossoms

Delightful red velvet cookies with a sweet Hershey's Kiss chocolate surprise in the center, perfect for any gathering or special occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 24 pieces Hershey's Kisses chocolate, unwrapped For topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll them in granulated sugar.
  7. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set.
  2. Immediately after removing from the oven, press a Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie.
  3. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to three months. Serve warm or with a scoop of ice cream for an extra treat.