Kiss Cookies Recipe

Overview:

Kiss Cookies are delightful treats perfect for any occasion! These scrumptious cookies are easy to make and always a hit with friends and family. With a rich buttery taste and a sweet surprise in the center, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household too! Plus, they’re versatile—you can choose to include walnuts or leave them out for those with allergies. And don’t forget the finishing touch of confectioners sugar for that extra touch of sweetness and elegance.

Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 54 cookies
Calories: 74.8 per serving

Ingredients:

1 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
9 ounces chocolate kisses
Confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)

Instructions:

Cream the Butter, Sugar, and Vanilla: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. You can use an electric mixer for this step if you prefer.
Add the Flour (and Walnuts, if Using): Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, stirring until thoroughly combined. If you’re including walnuts, this is the time to mix them in as well.
Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This step helps the dough firm up, making it easier to handle when shaping the cookies.
Prepare the Chocolate Kisses: While the dough is chilling, unwrap the chocolate kisses so they’re ready to go when you need them.
Form the Cookies: Once the dough has chilled, take it out of the refrigerator. Take a tablespoon of dough and flatten it in your hand. Place a chocolate kiss in the center, then wrap the dough around it, covering the kiss completely. Roll the dough between your hands to form a ball.
Bake the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place each cookie on an ungreased cookie sheet, leaving some space between them to allow for spreading. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown and the cookies look set.
Cool and Dust: Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. Once cooled, you can dust them with confectioners’ sugar for a beautiful finishing touch.
Serve and Enjoy: These Kiss Cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week. They also freeze well if you want to save some for later.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 74.8
Fat: 4.7g
Saturated Fat: 2.8g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 27.6mg
Carbohydrates: 7.5g
Fiber: 0.2g
Sugar: 4g
Protein: 0.8g

Keywords:

Cookie & Brownie, Weeknight, For Large Groups, < 4 Hours

Tips:

For a variation, try using different flavors of chocolate kisses, such as dark chocolate or caramel-filled.
If you’re short on time, you can skip the chilling step, but the cookies may spread more during baking.
Get creative with the dusting! Instead of confectioners’ sugar, you could use cocoa powder or colored sprinkles for a festive touch.

These Kiss Cookies are sure to bring smiles to everyone who tries them. Enjoy making and sharing these delicious treats with your loved ones! 🍪😊