Sugar Cookie Blossoms
These Sugar Cookie Blossoms are SO EASY! Soft, buttery sugar cookies topped with melty chocolate kisses—perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Electric Mixer
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Cookie scoop or tablespoon
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose unbleached flour
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 24 Hershey's Kisses any flavor
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling
- 2 teaspoons orange zest for a citrusy twist
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your cookies bake evenly and come out perfectly golden.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar. Using an electric mixer, cream them together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Beat in one large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until well combined, ensuring everything is nicely blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose unbleached flour, 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in 2 teaspoons of orange zest to the cookie dough for a bright, citrusy flavor that complements the sweetness.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough and roll it into balls. Roll each ball in the remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, coating them evenly.
- Place the sugar-coated dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- As soon as the cookies come out of the oven, gently press a Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie. The heat from the cookies will soften the chocolate, creating a deliciously gooey center.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delightful Sugar Cookie Blossoms with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Notes
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes can help prevent cookies from spreading too much.
- Do not overmix the dough after adding flour to keep cookies soft and tender.
- Press the chocolate kisses into the cookies immediately after baking to keep their shape.
- You can substitute dairy-free butter and gluten-free flour for dietary needs.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze dough balls for longer storage.