Get ready to transform your kitchen into a wonderland of deliciousness with these irresistible Easter Sugar Kiss Cookies! Imagine biting into a soft, buttery sugar cookie crowned with a luxurious chocolate kiss - a treat so delightful it'll make your taste buds dance with joy. Perfect for Easter celebrations, family gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these cookies are about to become your new favorite seasonal sensation that will have everyone begging for the recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 24 chocolate kisses
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cookies bake evenly and achieve a nice golden color.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together ½ cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Use an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add 1 egg to the butter and sugar mixture. Beat well until fully incorporated. This will help bind the ingredients together.
- In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Mix well to ensure the baking powder is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
- Once the dough is formed, use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave enough space between each cookie, as they will spread while baking.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, which is perfect.
- As soon as you remove the cookies from the oven, gently press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie while they are still warm. This will allow the chocolate to melt slightly and adhere to the cookie.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and maintain their shape.
- Once cooled, enjoy your delightful Easter Sugar Kiss Cookies with family and friends!
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this creates the perfect cookie texture.
- Use room temperature eggs for better ingredient integration.
- Don't overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Place chocolate kisses immediately after baking while cookies are still warm to help them adhere perfectly.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and preventing cookie sticking.
- Let cookies cool completely before storing to maintain their ideal texture.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days.
- For a festive touch, use pastel-colored Hershey's Kisses or sprinkle with colored sugar before baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 140kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 20mg
