Description
These delightful Easter Blossom Cookies are soft, chewy sugar cookies rolled in colorful sanding sugar and topped with a sweet Hershey’s Kiss. Perfect for festive gatherings or as a fun treat to bake with kids.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
- Colored sanding sugar (pastel colors preferred)
- 32 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing until combined. Add milk as needed to soften the dough.
- Form dough into 1-inch balls, roll in sanding sugar, and place on baking sheets 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until puffed and edges are set.
- Press a Hershey’s Kiss into each cookie immediately after removing from the oven.
- Let cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Use different colored sugars for a more festive look.
- To prevent dough from sticking, chill it for 20 minutes before rolling.
- For a twist, try using flavored Hershey’s Kisses.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American