Description
Hershey Kiss Cookies are a festive delight that combines a soft sugar cookie base with colorful sanding sugar and a signature Hershey’s Kiss on top. These easy-to-make cookies are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to everyday treats. With their vibrant appearance and rich chocolate flavor, they are sure to please both kids and adults alike. The customization options are endless—choose different colors of sanding sugar or try various types of Kisses to match your event. Whether you’re gifting them or serving at a party, these cookies bring joy and sweetness wherever they go.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup salted butter (softened)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Bright colored sanding sugar
- 24 Hershey's Kisses (unwrapped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together sugar and softened butter until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour and baking soda; gradually add to wet ingredients until combined.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, coat in sanding sugar, and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 7 minutes; remove from oven and immediately press a Hershey's Kiss into each cookie.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (16g)
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Ensure butter is at room temperature for better mixing. Don’t overbake; remove cookies when just set. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes if time permits to prevent spreading.