Cocoa Kiss Cookies
Description
These Cocoa Kiss Cookies are a nostalgic treat that combines a soft, cake-like chocolate dough with a gooey chocolate center. The recipe uses finely chopped pecans for a delightful crunch and a dusting of powdered sugar for a snowy finish. Perfect for holiday cookie exchanges, school fundraisers, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth on a cozy afternoon. The contrast between the chewy cookie exterior and the melting chocolate interior makes each bite irresistible. They are easy to assemble but require a bit of patience for chilling and rolling, resulting in a professional-looking homemade dessert that tastes just like it came from a favorite bakery.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large bowl, beat softened butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is light and creamy.
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In a separate small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cocoa powder.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, beating until just combined and smooth.
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Fold in the finely chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for about 1 hour, or until firm enough to handle.
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
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Remove the foil wrappers from the chocolate Kisses.
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Take a scant tablespoon of dough and flatten it slightly in your palm.
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Place one chocolate Kiss in the center and mold the dough around it, ensuring it is completely covered.
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Roll the filled dough into a smooth ball with your hands.
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Place the balls on ungreased cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but still soft in the center.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once completely cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar to coat evenly.
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Roll in additional powdered sugar just before serving if a heavier coating is desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 54
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 372.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 41.4g64%
- Saturated Fat 13.2g66%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 615.0mg26%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.5g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.1g
- Protein 0.2g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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