…a shortbread cookie with a wonderful Hershey’s chocolate kiss surprise in the center! Would be fun for Christmas or Valentines Day!
I like to think about the previous year before its end. I never make major decisions, but just purely turn back a little to see where I am….
For me, 2015 was better than 2014. By no means perfect, but better…
And that’s the most important thing. This blog, thanks to the hard work and all of you, has exceeded all of my expectations. I’ve learned a lot of things in all fields. I’ve met some new people, and finally found a team which I feel so good and natural with.
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For 2016 I have only one particular wish. It is linked to a job and I won’t say it out loud, I’ll just firmly cross my fingers. The other wishes are regular, standard, the same ones that you want for yourself and your family. I really hope that they’ll come true for everyone!
Let’s end up the old year with something sweet. This Hershey’s Secret Kisses Cookies recipe is a nice and simple Christmas or Valentines Day treat. A perfect fit with Snow Drop Cookies and Italian Christmas Cookies in a mini collection of Christmas cookies on this blog.
I hope you’ll like it!
Hershey's Secret Kisses Cookies
Rate this RecipeIngredients
- 1 cup butter softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 3/4 cups flour
- 1 cup walnuts finely chopped
- 6 ounces Hershey kisses milk chocolate about 36
- Confectioners' sugar Powdered Sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine butter, sugar and vanilla.
- Add flour and walnuts. Stir until well blended.
- Cover and leave the mixture in the fridge for 1 hour to cool.
- Heat oven to 375 F degrees.
- Remove wrappers from chocolates.
- When dough is firm enough to handle, take the dough with a measure of about 1 tablespoon and shape it around each chocolate kiss and roll it to make a ball.
- (Cover each chocolate completely.)
- Place balls on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
- Bake at 375F for 12 minutes or until cookies are set but not browned.
- Cool slightly and remove from baking sheet.
- Roll them in powdered sugar while they’re still warm.
- Before serving, add more powdered sugar, if desired.
I have some pumpkin Hershey kisses that I would love to wrap some dough around. How could I adapt your recipe for a ginger wrap cookie?
Thank you
Bev
These are too cute and look delicious!
Self rising or all purpose flour?
too much butter
Can I omit the walnuts? My daughter has a walnut allergy. Do I need to replace with something else?
Hi Robyn,try with pecans.Thanks
Excellent! I used pecans.
curious… ive made these three times now.. the first time they came out perfect.. the past two times ive made them.. they come out looking like melted snow men… is it because i didnt let the dough get cold enough before setting on baking sheet?
is there something missing from the ingredients? I made these, they flattened out and did not keep their shape, they tasted fantastic, and I would like to make more, please help, what did I do wrong?????
Chill the dough longer, put in the fridge between backings. Sound like your butter warmed up too much! I bake these all the time, my son’s favorite cookies!
Put your chocolate kisses (unwrapped) in the freezer for 20-30 minutes prior to making the recipe. They will hold their shape just fine that way.
You definitely have to chill the dough well. I made these & they flattened out completely! Next time I will chill the dough for a lot longer time.
Can I omit the nuts? Nut allergies, but they look delicious!
Can you clarify if it’s 1 cup walnuts then crushed, or 1 cup crushed. I think that may make a difference.. Thanks
My fav cookies, I add a 1/4 teaspoon almond extract just personal preference. Great recipe
I don’t see an egg in the ingredients list. I followed the instructions and I mixed butter vanilla and flour and walnuts and it was to floury so I added an egg and it’s perfect maybe the recipe should be updated with the egg.
Hi I followed the recipe but while in the oven they lost their shape. Can you please tell me what I did wrong.
Thank you
Hi! I’m sorry that happened, thanks for letting me know. When these cookies lose their shape, it’s usually because the dough was a bit too soft or there wasn’t quite enough flour. Next time, try chilling the dough (or shaped cookies) before baking and make sure the butter isn’t melted. If the dough feels very soft or sticky, mix in 1–2 extra tablespoons of flour, that should help them keep their shape.
I’m going to have to make some of these,cause they look yummy.
I don’t want to add any nuts. Can I make it without?
Hi! Yes, you can definitely make them without nuts.
Just leave them out, the cookies will still work. If the dough feels a bit soft or sticky, you can add a spoonful or two of extra flour until it’s easy to roll around the kisses.