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Freshly baked Chocolate Blossom Cookies with a chocolate center on a plate.

Chocolate Blossom Cookies

These classic Chocolate Blossom Cookies are rich, chewy, and feature a delightful chocolate kiss pressed into the center of each cookie, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookies
  • 1 3/4 cups All-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Light brown sugar packed
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar for rolling
  • 3 dozen Hershey's Kisses unwrapped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt, then set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Roll spoonfuls of dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in the 1/4 cup of granulated sugar to coat evenly.
  7. Place the sugar-coated cookie balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
  9. Immediately upon removing from the oven, gently press one unwrapped Hershey's Kiss into the center of each warm cookie.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, do not overbake the cookies; they should still be slightly soft in the center when removed from the oven. You can chill the dough for 30 minutes if it's too sticky to handle. Feel free to use different types of chocolate kisses or even mini peanut butter cups for a variation.