Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms

Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms are soft, chewy, and packed with classic red velvet flavor, finished with a rich Hershey’s Kiss in the center. These festive cookies are perfect for Christmas celebrations, Valentine’s Day, cookie exchanges, holiday dessert trays, or simply satisfying your chocolate cravings. Their vibrant red color and melt-in-your-mouth texture make them a favorite for both kids and adults. Best of all, they’re simple to prepare using everyday baking ingredients, making them an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced bakers.

Ingredients List

• 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon red food coloring
• 2 tablespoons milk
• ½ cup granulated sugar, for rolling
• 24 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped

Serving, Prep Time, Cooking Time & Calories

• Servings: 24 cookies
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Calories: Approximately 145 calories per cookie

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Soft and chewy texture in every bite.
• Rich red velvet flavor with a chocolate center.
• Perfect for holiday baking and cookie exchanges.
• Easy recipe made with pantry staples.
• Beautiful festive appearance for special occasions.
• Great for gifting family and friends.
• Freezes well for future treats.
• Ready in about 30 minutes.

Step By Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugars

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 4: Add the Wet Ingredients

Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and milk until smooth.

Step 5: Combine the Dough

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 6: Roll the Dough

Scoop about one tablespoon of dough and roll it into smooth balls.

Step 7: Coat with Sugar

Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar until evenly coated.

Step 8: Bake the Cookies

Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until the edges are set.

Step 9: Add the Hershey’s Kisses

Immediately press one Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each warm cookie.

Step 10: Cool and Serve

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Variations To Try

• Use peppermint Hershey’s Kisses for a holiday flavor.
• Add white chocolate chips to the dough.
• Mix in mini chocolate chips for extra richness.
• Roll the cookies in red or white sanding sugar.
• Add a touch of almond extract for a unique flavor.
• Drizzle cooled cookies with melted white chocolate.

Freezing Or Restoring

Freeze completely cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to three months. You can also freeze unbaked cookie dough balls and bake them whenever needed. To enjoy frozen cookies, thaw them at room temperature for about 30 minutes. For a freshly baked taste, warm them in the microwave for 8 to 10 seconds before serving.

Recipe Notes

• Do not overbake the cookies.
• Press the Hershey’s Kiss gently into the cookie.
• Chill the dough if it becomes sticky.
• Use gel food coloring for a brighter red color.
• Store cookies in an airtight container for up to five days.
• Let the chocolate set completely before stacking the cookies.

Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms

Recipe by Mian waqar

Servings

24

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Calories

145

kcal

Ingredients

• 1¾ cups all-purpose flour

• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ¼ teaspoon baking soda

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• ¼ cup light brown sugar

• 1 large egg

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 tablespoon red food coloring

• 2 tablespoons milk

• ½ cup granulated sugar, for rolling

• 24 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add the egg, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and milk. Mix until smooth.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
• Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into balls.
• Roll each dough ball in the additional granulated sugar.
• Place the cookies about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
• Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are set.
• Immediately press one Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie.
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Recipe Video

Notes

• Do not overbake to keep the cookies soft and chewy.
  Unwrap the Hershey’s Kisses before baking to save time.
  If the dough is sticky, chill it for 20–30 minutes before rolling.
  The chocolate Kiss will soften after being pressed into the hot cookie but will firm up as the cookies cool.
  Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes. The dough can be refrigerated for up to 48 hours before baking.

Can I freeze these cookies?

Yes. Both the baked cookies and unbaked dough freeze very well for up to three months.

Why does the Hershey’s Kiss become soft?

The warm cookie melts the chocolate slightly, but it will harden again as the cookies cool.

Can I use Dutch-process cocoa powder?

Natural cocoa powder is recommended for the best red velvet flavor and texture.

How do I keep the cookies soft?

Store them in an airtight container with a slice of bread to help maintain their softness.

Can I make these without food coloring?

Yes. They will still taste delicious, but they will have a chocolate-brown color instead of the traditional red velvet appearance.

Conclusion

Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms are a festive, bakery-style cookie that’s easy to make and always a crowd favorite. Their soft red velvet base and rich chocolate center create the perfect combination of flavors for holidays, parties, and everyday treats. Whether you’re baking for family, friends, or a cookie exchange, this recipe is guaranteed to impress with every bite.