Introduction
Welcome to a delightful baking adventure! Today, we’re making Pink Kiss Cookies, a sweet treat that’s perfect for any occasion. These charming cookies are not only a feast for the eyes with their lovely blush hue, but they also provide a rich and buttery flavor, perfectly complemented by the chocolatey goodness of Hershey’s Kisses. Whether you are celebrating a birthday, hosting a tea party, or simply indulging yourself, these cookies are sure to bring joy and sweetness to your day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Pink food coloring
- 30-36 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Prep Time, Cook Time, Total Time, Yield
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Yield: 30-36 cookies
Directions and Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure your cookies bake evenly and don’t stick.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature butter and granulated sugar. Mix until the mixture is light and fluffy—this is key for that melt-in-your-mouth texture!
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until everything is well combined and beautifully smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This will help ensure an even rise and wonderful texture in your cookies.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until everything is fully incorporated and forms a beautiful dough.
- Now comes the fun part! Add pink food coloring to the dough slowly, mixing until you achieve your desired shade of delightful pink.
- Scoop tablespoons of the colorful dough and roll them into little balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they have some space in between.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Your kitchen will soon be filled with a heavenly scent!
- Once you’ve pulled the cookies out of the oven, let them cool on the baking sheet for about 2-3 minutes. This is the perfect time to press a Hershey’s Kiss gently on top of each cookie.
- Finally, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Before serving, dust them lightly with powdered sugar for that extra touch of sweetness!
Notes or Tips
For best results, make sure your butter is at room temperature; this helps to create the perfect creamy texture. If you want to experiment, try adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the warm cookies along with the Hershey’s Kisses for a sophisticated twist on sweetness!
Cooking Techniques
Baking is both an art and a science! When creaming butter and sugar, make sure to beat it until it’s truly fluffy; this is crucial for a lighter cookie texture. Also, when adding the food coloring, do so gradually to control the final color—this makes your cookies not just delicious, but also visually appealing.
FAQ
Can I make these cookies ahead of time? Absolutely! You can prepare the dough, roll it into balls, and freeze them. Just bake them straight from the freezer, adding a minute or two to the baking time.
What can I use instead of Hershey’s Kisses? Feel free to use any chocolate or even mini marshmallows for an exciting variation!
Conclusion
These Pink Kiss Cookies bring together the joy of baking and the delight of sharing sweet treats with loved ones. With their adorable appearance and delicious flavor, they are sure to become a favorite in your cookie repertoire. Enjoy the smiles that come with every bite!