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Chocolate Peppermint Blossoms

Fudgy Chocolate Peppermint Blossoms for Festive Cheer

Fudgy Chocolate Peppermint Blossoms are a delightful holiday treat, featuring rich chocolate and a peppermint kiss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Ensure accurate measuring to avoid dense cookies.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder (Dutch Process) Regular cocoa cannot be substituted due to acidity differences.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness and balances the overall flavors.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Should be softened for easy creaming.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Contributes moisture and a hint of caramel flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and promotes a crisp exterior.
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Should be at room temperature for optimal mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor.
For the Peppermint Center
  • 24 pieces Candy Cane Hershey Kisses (Frozen) Freeze for best shape retention.
For Rolling
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for rolling) Coats the dough balls for added sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • tablespoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Scoop out portions of dough and roll them into balls, then roll each in granulated sugar.
  7. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 7-8 minutes.
  8. Press a frozen Candy Cane Hershey Kiss into the center of each cookie immediately after baking.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets until set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These Chocolate Peppermint Blossoms are easy to make and customizable with different Hershey Kisses.

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