Description
Blossom Cookies are classic American soft and chewy cookies topped with a chocolate kiss, making them perfect for holidays or any festive occasion. These delightful cookies blend buttery dough with chocolate pieces inside and a distinctive chocolate center, offering a sweet treat that’s easy to make at home.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or candy pieces
Topping
- 24 chocolate kiss candies or similar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
- Mix Dry Ingredients into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Stir in Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips or candy pieces evenly throughout the dough.
- Portion Dough on Baking Sheet: Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges of the cookies turn lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
- Add Chocolate Kiss Topping: Immediately after removing from the oven and while cookies are still warm, gently press one chocolate kiss candy into the center of each cookie so it slightly melts and adheres.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter cups or mini chocolate candies in place of traditional chocolate kisses for a different flavor.
- Add colored sprinkles to the dough before baking for a festive and colorful twist.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
