Hershey's Red Velvet Blossoms
Delightful red velvet cookies topped with a Hershey's Kiss, perfect for holidays and gatherings.
Ingredients
For the cookies
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder For a richer flavor, dark cocoa powder can be used.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is softened to room temperature.
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring Can be substituted for different colors for themed cookies.
- to taste Hershey's Kisses chocolates Use for topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Once out of the oven, immediately press a Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Allow cookies to cool before serving.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Can freeze cookies for up to three months. Let thaw at room temperature before serving.