Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms

Why Make This Recipe

Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms are not just cookies; they are a festive delight that brings a splash of color and joy to any occasion. The combination of rich red velvet flavor with sweet chocolate kisses makes them irresistible. Whether for a holiday gathering, a birthday party, or just a sweet treat to share with family, these cookies are sure to impress. They are easy to make and even easier to eat!

How to Make Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms

Ingredients:

• 7 tbsp butter, salted or unsalted, softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1/4 tsp red food coloring gel
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup red sanding sugar
• 18 Hershey chocolate kisses

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a stand mixer, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth.
3. Add the egg yolk, vanilla, and red food coloring, and mix until combined.
4. Add the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, and mix just until the flour mixture disappears.
5. Scoop out 18 equally sized cookie dough balls, roll them in between your palms, then roll them in red sanding sugar.
6. Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
7. As soon as you pull them out of the oven, press a chocolate kiss in the center of each cookie gently.
8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

How to Serve Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms

You can serve these cookies warm or at room temperature. They make a lovely addition to dessert platters, holiday cookie boxes, or as a sweet surprise for guests. Pair them with a glass of cold milk or a warm cup of coffee for a comforting treat.

How to Store Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them fresh longer, you can freeze the cookies without the chocolate kisses. When ready to enjoy, simply bake them and then press the kisses on top.

Tips to Make Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms

• Make sure the butter is softened, not melted, for the best texture.
• You can add more red food coloring if you want a deeper red color.
• Be careful not to overmix the dough once you add the flour to keep the cookies soft.

Variation

For a fun twist, you can substitute the Hershey chocolate kisses with other candies like peanut butter cups or caramel-filled chocolates.

FAQs

1. Can I use whole eggs instead of just the egg yolk?
Yes, you can, but the texture may change slightly.

2. What if I don’t have red sanding sugar?
You can use regular granulated sugar or even colored sugar if you have it.

3. Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can refrigerate the dough for up to 24 hours before baking. Just let it soften a bit at room temperature before rolling into balls.

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