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Easy Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms Cookies

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Easy Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms Cookies are soft, chewy red velvet cookies topped with a milk chocolate Hershey’s Kiss. They’re festive, flavorful, and quick to make—perfect for holidays, parties, or anytime you want a colorful and chocolatey treat.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 24–30 Hershey’s Kisses (milk chocolate or flavored)
  • Optional: powdered sugar for rolling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls. If desired, roll in powdered sugar for a crinkle look.
  7. Place on baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until tops are set but still soft.
  8. Immediately press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie.
  9. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use white chocolate, peppermint, or special-edition Kisses for a fun twist.
  • For a more vibrant red color, add a bit more food coloring as needed.
  • To mimic traditional red velvet flavor, add 1 teaspoon white vinegar and 1 tablespoon buttermilk to the dough.
  • Freeze dough balls for future baking—add 1–2 minutes to baking time if baking from frozen.

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