Cherry Chocolate Blossoms

Indulge in the irresistible fusion of rich chocolate and sweet maraschino cherries with these delightful Cherry Chocolate Blossoms. These soft, chewy cookies start with a luscious cocoa-infused dough, studded with bites of tangy cherries for a unique twist on classic flavors. Topped with a signature Hershey's Kiss, each cookie is a perfect balance of decadence and nostalgia. Ready in just 25 minutes, these crowd-pleasing treats are ideal for holiday trays, special occasions, or an everyday dessert that feels indulgent yet effortless. Serve them with a cold glass of milk or a warm cup of tea for a comforting and memorable treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1 large Egg
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Milk
• 0.5 cup Maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
• 24 pieces Hershey's Kisses (or similar chocolate candies)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 6

Stir in the milk to create a smooth dough.

Step 7

Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 8

Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.

Step 10

While the cookies bake, unwrap the Hershey's Kisses (or similar chocolate candies) and set them aside.

Step 11

As soon as you remove the cookies from the oven, gently press one Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie.

Step 12

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy your Cherry Chocolate Blossoms with a cold glass of milk or a warm cup of tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(959.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3811.1

Total Fat 191.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 115.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 621.8mg	0%
Sodium 1489.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 523.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 353.1g
Protein 40.8g	0%

Vitamin D 60.3IU	0%
Calcium 416.3mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 1427.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 52.5%