Christmas Blossom Cookies Easy (Print-Friendly Version)
Celebrate December with these festive Christmas blossom cookies featuring a soft, buttery base and a kiss of chocolate at the center. Perfect for holiday parties or gifting, these crowd-pleasers are easy to make and will add cheer to your winter dessert table—one to keep handy.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Cookie Dough
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1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Decoration
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36 Hershey's Kisses, unwrapped
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Candy melts, assorted colors, as needed
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Sprinkles, as desired
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed for 5 minutes until creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
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Add granulated sugar to the butter and continue beating for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
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Mix in vanilla extract until evenly combined.
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Gradually beat in the all-purpose flour on low speed until the dough comes together with no dry spots.
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Portion dough into 36 equal balls. Place on prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cookies are puffed with edges set.
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Remove from oven. Immediately press one Hershey's Kiss into the center of each warm cookie.
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Transfer cookies to wire racks and cool completely. Allow candies to resolidify undisturbed.
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Divide candy melts into microwave-safe bowls by color. Microwave each on high for 1 minute; stir well. Continue heating in 15-second intervals, stirring each time, until melted and smooth. Transfer to piping bags.
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Drizzle melted candy over cooled cookies. If desired, add sprinkles immediately. Allow decorations to set before storing.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For the best texture, avoid overbaking and allow cookies to cool fully before storing.