Description
These Chocolate Kiss Delight Easter Blossom Cookies are the perfect festive treat! Soft, chocolatey cookies rolled in pastel sprinkles and topped with a Hershey’s Kiss make for a delightful Easter dessert. Whether for a holiday gathering or a fun baking activity, these cookies bring sweetness and joy to every bite!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 whole egg
- 1 egg yolk
Extras for the Magic Touch
- 36 Hershey’s Kisses (milk chocolate or preferred flavor)
- Pastel nonpareil sprinkles
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Stage
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Team
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Whip Up the Butter Magic
- In a separate bowl, beat the butter on medium speed for 5 minutes, scraping down the sides.
- Add sugar and continue beating for 5–7 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract, egg, and egg yolk until fully combined.
Step 4: Bring It All Together
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until fully incorporated into a smooth dough.
Step 5: Shape & Roll
- Scoop out 1 tablespoon of dough, shape into balls, and roll each in pastel sprinkles.
- Place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
Step 6: Bake to Perfection
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until the cookies puff up and the edges are set.
Step 7: Kiss the Cookies
- While warm, press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie. The chocolate may soften but will re-solidify as it cools.
Step 8: Cool & Enjoy
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For a festive twist, swap out Hershey’s Kisses for peanut butter cups or caramel-filled chocolates.
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking helps maintain shape.
- For extra crunch, try rolling in crushed candy pieces instead of sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American