Indulge in the rich flavors of cocoa and brown sugar, topped with the classic Hershey's Kiss. These cookies combine the warmth of cocoa with the delicate flavor of cinnamon to create a delightful treat perfect for the holidays or any day!
Ingredients:
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- ¾ cups brown sugar (light or dark), packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 egg yolk
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling the cookie dough balls)
- 34 Hershey Kisses
Instructions:
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
- Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- Creaming: In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and ¼ cup granulated sugar. Whip until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which should take around 2 minutes.
- Adding Wet Ingredients: Beat in the vanilla extract, followed by the egg, and then the egg yolk. Ensure each ingredient is well-incorporated before adding the next.
- Combining Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually fold in the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined, ensuring you don't overmix.
- Forming Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, shape the dough into small balls. Roll each ball in the remaining ¼ cup granulated sugar to coat.
- Baking: Place the sugar-coated cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring there's about 2 inches of space between each. Bake for 7-9 minutes. Remember, the exact baking time might vary depending on the oven, so keep an eye on them!
- Final Touch: Immediately after removing the cookies from the oven, gently press a Hershey's Kiss into the center of each one. This will give the cookies their signature "blossom" look.
- Cooling: Once adorned with the Hershey's Kiss, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool.
Notes:
- The provided nutritional information is an estimate and might not be entirely accurate.
- Store your freshly baked hot cocoa blossom cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They should remain fresh for up to 5 days.
Enjoy these delightful cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of hot cocoa for the perfect cozy treat!
