Description
Cherry Kiss Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the sweet and tart flavors of maraschino cherries with the rich goodness of Hershey’s Kisses. These adorable pink shortbread cookies are perfect for any occasion, from festive holiday gatherings to baby showers and everyday snacking. Their charming appearance and delicious flavor make them a favorite among cookie lovers. With simple steps and accessible ingredients, anyone can whip up a batch of these irresistible cookies that are sure to bring joy to your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons maraschino cherry juice
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup chopped maraschino cherries
- About 30 unwrapped Hershey’s chocolate Kisses
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, confectioners’ sugar, and salt until light and fluffy.
- Mix in cherry juice, almond extract, and red food coloring (if using), followed by chopped cherries.
- Gradually add flour until combined.
- Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden at the bottom.
- Press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie immediately after removing from the oven.
- Allow cookies to cool on the pan for 2 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg