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The Best Red Velvet Blossom Cookies Recipe

The Best Red Velvet Blossom Cookies Recipe You'll Adore

Discover the joy of baking with The Best Red Velvet Blossom Cookies recipe, a holiday favorite that combines rich cocoa flavors with a chocolate kiss.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Consider swapping with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa can deepen the taste and color.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Using kosher salt is a good substitute.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Swap for vegan butter to make it dairy-free.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar For a chewier treat, use brown sugar instead.
  • 1 large egg A flax egg is a great vegan alternative.
  • 1 large egg yolk Omit for a lighter texture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Try almond extract for a twist.
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar Lemon juice works as a fine substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon red liquid gel food coloring Experiment with other colors as well.
For Rolling and Topping
  • ½ cup granulated sugar or red sparkling sugar Plain sugar can be used if color isn’t a priority.
  • 24 pieces Hershey's Kisses Can substitute with any chocolate candy.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, vinegar, and food coloring, mixing well.
  5. Incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. If too soft, chill the dough for 30-60 minutes. Roll dough into balls and coat in sugar.
  7. Place the dough balls on the baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  8. Press a Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie immediately after baking.
  9. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These cookies can be prepared in advance and frozen for later enjoyment.

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