Description
Delight in these festive Red Velvet Blossom Cookies, featuring a moist, tender red velvet cake mix cookie base rolled in sugar and topped with a perfectly melted chocolate kiss. Easy to prepare and ideal for holiday gatherings or special occasions, these cookies combine classic red velvet flavor with a luscious chocolate center for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 box red velvet cake mix (15.25 oz.)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp espresso powder (optional)
Coating and Topping
- 1 cup regular or coarse sugar
- 24 Hershey’s Kiss candies or other mini chocolate candies
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined. Gradually add the red velvet cake mix and espresso powder (if using), stirring until the dough is fully incorporated.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This helps the dough firm up and makes it easier to handle and shape.
- Form Dough Balls: Once chilled, roll the dough into 1½ inch sized balls. Then, roll each ball in sugar to evenly coat the outside, adding a pleasant crunch and extra sweetness.
- Bake the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the sugar-coated dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges start to set and the cookies are puffed up and just beginning to crinkle on top.
- Add Chocolate Kisses: Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately press one chocolate kiss candy into the center of each cookie. Allow the cookies to cool completely so the chocolate can set into place.
- Cooling and Setting: If using Hugs candies, which melt more, consider transferring the cookies to the fridge or freezer until the chocolate sets to maintain shape. Regular Hershey’s Kisses typically set well at room temperature if left undisturbed.
Notes
- Chilling the dough is important to prevent spreading and to make rolling easier.
- Using coarse sugar for coating adds a nice texture contrast.
- Espresso powder is optional but enhances the chocolate flavor.
- Let cookies cool completely before storing to avoid melted chocolate mess.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
