Coconut Cherry Chocolate Kiss Cookies
Indulge in the delightful whimsy of Coconut Cherry Chocolate Kiss Cookies—a festive treat that perfectly balances tropical sweetness, fruity charm, and rich chocolate decadence. These soft and chewy cookies start with a buttery base, are infused with almond and vanilla extracts for a hint of warmth, and feature the irresistible combination of shredded coconut and chopped maraschino cherries. Each cookie is crowned with a velvety Hershey’s Kiss, creating a stunning centerpiece and a burst of chocolatey goodness in every bite. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a unique dessert, these cookies are as easy to make as they are to devour. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’ll quickly become your go-to for crowd-pleasing sweetness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 24 Hershey's Kisses candies, unwrapped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
Fold in the shredded coconut and chopped maraschino cherries. Add the milk and mix until the dough comes together.
Scoop out about a tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are soft. Do not overbake.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and immediately press a Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie. The cookies will crack slightly around the edges, which is normal.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your Coconut Cherry Chocolate Kiss Cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6918 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 369.4 g | 474% | |
| Saturated Fat | 219.5 g | 1098% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 443 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 1884 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 946.1 g | 344% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.9 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 728.9 g | ||
| Protein | 76.9 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1100 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 34.6 mg | 192% | |
| Potassium | 3407 mg | 72% | |
*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.
