Mint Choc Kiss Blossom
Mint Chocolate Kiss Blossom cookies: easy recipe, delicious flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (or to taste)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 24 Hershey’s Mint Chocolate Kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate, larger bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the granulated sugar and light brown sugar, beating for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture is pale and creamy.
- Beat in the large eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract. Start with a smaller amount of peppermint extract and taste for intensity during mixing.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour about half a cup of granulated sugar into a small, shallow bowl for rolling. Form the dough into 1-inch balls using a small cookie scoop or your hands. Roll each ball generously in the granulated sugar until completely coated. Place the sugared dough balls about 2 inches apart on your prepared baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft and puffy.
- Once the cookies come out of the oven, immediately press one unwrapped Hershey’s Mint Chocolate Kiss firmly into the center of each warm cookie. The residual heat will gently melt the chocolate, allowing the Kiss to nestle perfectly. Don’t press too hard.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5-10 minutes to set. Then, carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. As they cool, the Kisses will fully set into a lovely, firm, yet still creamy chocolate cap. Optionally, lightly dust with powdered sugar or decorate further before serving.
Notes
Get ready to fall head over heels for these Mint Chocolate Kiss Blossom Cookies – a delightful twist on a classic that will have your taste buds singing! Imagine a soft, fudgy chocolate cookie base, perfectly infused with a cool kiss of mint, then rolled in granulated sugar for a delicate sparkle and a subtle textural contrast. Each cookie is crowned with a decadent Hershey’s Mint Chocolate Kiss, melting ever so slightly into a creamy, minty chocolate cap. This recipe marries the timeless comfort of a blossom cookie with an invigorating burst of mint and rich chocolate, creating a treat that’s both nostalgic and excitingly fresh.