Hershey Kiss Cookies Recipe – A Sweet Classic
Hershey Kiss Cookies are a delightful treat featuring a soft, buttery cookie topped with a chocolate Hershey Kiss. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and sure to please chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar for rolling
- 36 unwrapped Hershey’s Kisses
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and sea salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture on low speed until just combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and coat each in powdered sugar.
- Place the dough balls on the baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden brown.
- Press a Hershey Kiss into the center of each cookie immediately after removing from the oven.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a decorative touch, sprinkle extra powdered sugar on top before serving.