Chocolate Cherry Kisses

Indulge in the irresistible charm of Chocolate Cherry Kisses, a delightful fusion of rich cocoa, buttery cookie dough, and luscious maraschino cherries that are as beautiful as they are delicious. These bite-sized treats are wrapped around juicy cherries, baked to perfection, and finished with a luxurious drizzle of semi-sweet chocolate. Ideal for holiday gatherings, romantic occasions, or simply treating yourself, these cookies are easy to make with just 20 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of baking. The combination of almond and vanilla extracts adds a subtle nutty aroma, perfectly complementing the cherry-chocolate pairing. Create a batch of these eye-catching, decadent cookies to impress guests or savor with your afternoon coffee—they’ll be a hit every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 24 whole cherries maraschino cherries
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract until fully combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and baking powder.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Drain the maraschino cherries and set them aside on a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

Step 7

Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Flatten the dough slightly in your palm and place a maraschino cherry in the center.

Step 8

Wrap the dough around the cherry until it is fully enclosed and roll it back into a smooth ball.

Step 9

Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned.

Step 10

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

While the cookies are cooling, prepare the chocolate drizzle. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream.

Step 12

Microwave the mixture in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.

Step 13

Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled cookies using a spoon or a small piping bag.

Step 14

Let the chocolate set for 15-20 minutes before serving or storing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(774.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2931.1

Total Fat 113.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 154mg	0%
Sodium 245.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 487.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.7g	0%
Total Sugars 266.8g
Protein 42.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 108.5mg	0%
Iron 22.0mg	0%
Potassium 1118.7mg	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: 32.5%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 62.1%