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Easy Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms Cookies

Published on January 31, 2022 - Updated on June 13, 2022 by Chahinez 18 Comments

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These easy Hershey’s Red Velvet Blossoms are similar to thumbprint cookies but instead of jam or curd in the center, you’ll have a Hershey’s Kiss chocolate. These cookies are bright red and would fit perfectly for Valentine’s day or for Christmas.

Looking for more Valentine’s Day recipes? Check out these Valentine’s Day Muddy Buddies /Puppy Chow, Cheesecake swirled red velvet brownies, Chewy Valentine’s Day Crinkle Chocolate Cookies with Sprinkles, and also The best 18 Valentine’s day cookie ideas.

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Hershey's red velvet blossoms on a plate

This Valentine’s day, I tried to get out of my comfort zone and actually make some cute recipes for the holiday to gift to my friends and family.

One of those recipes that a lot of people requested for is this beautiful bright red velvet Hershey’s Kisses blossom cookie. It is so different from anything I’ve had before because usually, red velvet is mostly served with cream cheese frosting. Well, this time,

This is the best red velvet blossoms cookies

After trying this recipe a few times, I was able to find the perfect combination of ingredients to yield soft and delicious red flavored cookies that looked pretty too.

Because let’s be honest, I tried both the red sugar coating and the regular granulated sugar coating and the winner was easily the red glittery sugar because it resulted in such a prettier cookie.

Overhead shot of red velvet cookies

Why you need to make this recipe!

  • These cookies are perfect for the holidays. I love making this or Valentine’s day and Christmas too!
  • They are extremely easy to make.
  • This recipe is a fun activity to do with kids.
  • You can change the Hershey’s kissed that you use depending on your liking.
  • This recipe doesn’t make a huge batch so if you’re not looking to make a recipe that yields 35+ cookies, you are at the right place!
Red velvet blossom ingredients

Ingredients for this red velvet blossoms cookie recipe

Here are the ingredients you will need to make these red velvet blossoms. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed ingredient measurements.

  • Butter- You will need softened butter, you can use either salted
  • Brown & granulated sugar – This cookie recipe uses a mixture of two sugar to get the perfect texture.
  • Egg yolk– The egg yolk will be the binding agent of the cookie dough and will add extra fat to keep them moist and tender.
  • Vanilla extract– The vanilla extract adds a nice depth of flavor.
  • Flour– You can use AP flour for this recipe.
  • Cocoa powder– Red velvet is technically a chocolate dessert/cake made with cocoa powder and red food coloring for this recipe will use a small amount of cocoa powder to live off to its name!
  • Salt– A little salt always helps enhance the sweetness of the cookie.
  • Baking powder– The baking powder will give our cookies a little height.
  • Red food coloring– To make these red, we will be using some Wilton red gel food coloring.
  • Red sanding sugar– The red sugar is used to coat our cookies before baking.
  • Hershey Kisses– I used the regular milk chocolate ones but you can use whichever ones you want! These are fun to play around with holiday themes little kisses too!

How to make red velvet blossom cookies

This is how you can make these red velvet cookies. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed instructions!

  1. Cream the butter and sugars together.
  2. Mix in the egg yolk, the vanilla extract, and the red food coloring.
  3. Add in the dry ingredients and mix.
  4. Using a 1 tbsp, scoop out 18 equally sized cookie dough balls, roll them in between the palm of your hands, roll them in the red sugar, and place them on a baking sheet, then bake.
  5. Pull the cookie out of the oven and immediately top with a Hershey’s kiss chocolate in the center, press gently.
Creamed butter and sugar in mixing bowl
Red velvet cookie dough in mixing bowl
Red velvet cookie dough in red sugar
Red velvet cookie dough in red sugar on baking sheet
Hershey's red velvet blossoms

Frequently asked questions – FAQ

How to store red velvet blossoms?

These cookies can be stored in an air tight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.

Make sure to let them get back to room temperature before enjoying them! You can even pop them in them microwave for a few seconds before serving.

Hershey's Red Velvet Blossoms Cookies

What can use instead of the glittery red sugar?

If you don’t have red sanding sugar, no worries, you can also use regular granulated just. Thicker granulated sugar is best so try to avoid very fine granulated sugar.

We love this recipe because you can use different colored sanding sugar for different events, for example, black for Halloween or green for Christmas inspired cookies.

How do these cookies really taste like?

I know red velvet is such a mystery but in short it’s pretty much a buttery treat with hints of cocoa and vanilla. This recipe doesn’t use too much cocoa powder but you can still feel both of these iconic flavors!

I think this cookie would be amazing with a white chocolate little Hershey’s Kiss on top to mimic the creaminess of the usual cream cheese frosting red velvet combo.

Close up of Hershey's red velvet blossom

Hershey’s red velvet blossoms

If you made these Hershey’s red velvet blossoms and enjoyed them, don’t forget to leave a 5-star review by clicking on the 5 stars under the title and description. It would help me a ton 

Hershey's red velvet blossoms on a plate

Hershey’s red velvet blossoms

These red velvet blossoms cookies are soft, crunchy, and have just the right amount of Hershey's chocolate in the center.
5 from 19 votes
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 18 cookies
Calories 134 Calories

Ingredients
 
 

  • 7 tablespoon butter salted or unsalted, softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • ¼ teaspoon red food coloring gel
  • 1 cup AP flour
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup red sanding sugar
  • 18 Hershey chocolate kisses

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350F then line a large baking sheet with parchement paper then set aside.
  • In a stand mixer, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth. Add in the egg yolk, the vanilla, and the red food coloring and mix until combined.
  • Add in the flour cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, and mix just until the flour mixture disappears. Using a tablespoon, scoop out 18 equally sized cookie dough balls, roll them in between the palm of your hands, then roll them in the red sanding sugar.
  • Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet, and bake for 10 minutes. Place a chocolate kiss in the center of each cookie as soon as you pull them out of the oven, press down gently. Let the cookies cool down on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

How to store red velvet blossoms?
You can store these cookies in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also store them in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 134CaloriesCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 147mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Jenna

    February 13, 2022 at 4:28 pm

    5 stars
    Me and my family really enjoyed these Red Velvet Cookies, thank you soooooo much for this recipe!!! I will definitely make them again!!! Really enjoyed these!

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      April 07, 2022 at 4:56 pm

      You’re so welcome Jenna!

      Reply
  2. Annie

    February 13, 2022 at 10:02 am

    Not sure how others managed to make this recipe, I followed it to a T, but there’s nothing to actually form the dough. It’s just a flowery mixture that won’t make an actual cookie dough ball. Disappointing, going to have to refer to other recipes in hopes of making something edible.

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      April 03, 2022 at 6:38 pm

      Hi Annie,
      So sorry to hear this but the one issue that could’ve happened is that you used more flour than needed. Using a kitchen scale is the best way to make something as close to the real deal as possible!
      Chahinez

      Reply
  3. Sumita

    February 10, 2022 at 12:08 am

    Hi, plz tell the replacement of egg yolk..

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      April 03, 2022 at 6:39 pm

      I haven’t made these without egg before unfortunately.
      Chahinez

      Reply
  4. Lindsay

    February 06, 2022 at 6:59 am

    How much salt do you use? The recipe doesn’t say exactly. Thx!

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      February 07, 2022 at 9:57 am

      1/4 tsp 🙂
      Chahinez

      Reply
      • Breanne Serrano

        February 12, 2022 at 1:55 pm

        What temp and for how long to cook?

      • Chahinez

        April 03, 2022 at 6:39 pm

        The recipe card has all the detailed step by step.
        Chahinez

  5. angee

    February 05, 2022 at 7:30 pm

    How much salt? The recipe says to add salt, but it’s not in the ingredients list.

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      February 07, 2022 at 9:58 am

      1/4 tsp! So sorry about the confusion!
      Chahinez

      Reply
  6. Megan Peirce

    February 04, 2022 at 7:51 am

    5 stars
    These turned out awesome and we’re very simple and easy to make. Had all ingredients on hand so I gave it a try. Definitely will make again for valentines day. I’m a family of 6 so I will have to double the recipe since everyone loved them so much.

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      February 04, 2022 at 2:51 pm

      So happy to hear you enjoyed these Megan! Thank you so much for letting me know how much you enjoyed them! 🙂
      Chahinez

      Reply
    • Kendra

      February 12, 2022 at 10:59 pm

      They spread out really bad, I think the recipe needs more flour

      Reply
      • Chahinez

        April 07, 2022 at 4:59 pm

        Oh no!! Your ingredients might’ve been too warm.

    • Michele

      February 14, 2022 at 8:51 am

      Made a batch this morning and they’re delicious. Will definitely make again. Thanks! Happy Valentines Day Everyone 🌹

      Reply
      • Chahinez

        April 03, 2022 at 6:34 pm

        So glad to hear you enjoyed it!
        Chahinez

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