Best Chocolate Kiss Cookies
Best Chocolate Kiss Cookies are soft, chewy chocolate cookies topped with a classic chocolate kiss for a rich and irresistible treat. This best chocolate kiss cookies recipe is perfect for holidays, parties, and everyday baking with a delicious homemade touch.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 24 –30 chocolate kiss candies unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough into small balls and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until set but still soft in the center.
- Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Let cookies cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Do not overbake to keep cookies soft and chewy.
- Press chocolate kisses gently to avoid cracking.
- Chill dough if needed to prevent spreading.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer flavor.
- Roll dough in sugar before baking for a decorative finish.