Ingredients for Cherry Chocolate Kiss Cookies Valentine Kisses
- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter
- Powdered Sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Cherry Juice
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Maraschino Cherry
- Decorator Sugar
- Hershey Chocolate Kisses
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How to Make Cherry Chocolate Kiss Cookies Valentine Kisses
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 tablespoons cherry juice or extract and 1 teaspoon almond extract.
- Gradually add 2 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries (reserve some for garnish, if desired).
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in granulated sugar or red decorator sugar.
- Place balls onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Gently press a thumbprint into the center of each cookie. (Optional)
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on baking sheets for 1-2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, place one Hershey's Kiss or Hug in the center of each cookie.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
82g
Fat
37g
Carbs
10g