Description
Valentine’s Red Velvet Blossom Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic red velvet cake, transformed into soft and chewy cookies topped with a luscious chocolate kiss. Their vibrant crimson color and rich cocoa flavor make them an irresistible treat, perfect for sharing during Valentine’s Day or any celebration filled with love. These cookies are not only visually stunning but also incredibly delicious, making them sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- 24 chocolate kisses
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in each egg one at a time, then mix in the red food coloring until you reach your desired hue.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Gently press a chocolate kiss into the center of each ball.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cookies are set but slightly soft in the center. Allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg