Looking to impress your loved ones this Valentine’s Day? These Red Velvet Kiss Blossoms are the perfect treat to show your affection. Soft, chewy cookies topped with a delightful chocolate kiss make for a sweet surprise that is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. These valentines cookies not only taste amazing but also add a pop of color to your dessert table.
Imagine the joy on your partner’s face when they bite into one of these luscious cookies, adorned with a rich chocolate kiss. Perfect for gifting or simply indulging yourself, these cookies embody the spirit of love and celebration.
Sweet and Chewy Red Velvet Cookies
These Red Velvet Kiss Blossoms feature a soft and chewy texture with a hint of cocoa, complemented by the smooth chocolate kiss on top. Perfectly sweet and slightly tangy, they’re a delightful addition to your Valentine’s Day festivities.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 36 chocolate kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring; mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll tablespoons of dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Remove from the oven and immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 36 cookies
- Calories: 120 kcal per cookie
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
