Description
These Red Velvet Kiss Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional chocolate kiss cookies. With a rich red velvet flavor and a sweet surprise in the center, they are perfect for holiday gatherings or any time you crave a sweet treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring
Additional:
- 24 Hershey’s Kisses (unwrapped)
- Extra granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring; beat until well combined.
- Combine the ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape and bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then coat in extra granulated sugar. Place on baking sheets and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add the Kisses: Remove from the oven and press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie. Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a deeper red color, add an extra 1/2 teaspoon of red food coloring if desired.
- Freeze the unwrapped Kisses for 10 minutes beforehand to help them keep their shape when pressed into the warm cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
