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Easter Blossom Cookies: The Ultimate Spring Treat

EASTER BLOSSOM COOKIES
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Easter Blossom Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly captures the joy of spring and Easter celebrations. These soft, buttery sugar cookies are rolled in pastel-colored sanding sugar, baked to perfection, and topped with a Hershey’s Kiss for a sweet, chocolatey finish. They’re easy to make, fun to decorate, and sure to be a hit with family and friends!

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 TBSP milk
  • Pastel sanding sugar (pink, yellow, green, blue)
  • 24 Hershey’s Hugs or Kisses, unwrapped

Instructions

1. Prep:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  • Pour the pastel sanding sugars into small bowls and set aside.

2. Make the Dough:

  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Beat until just combined.
  • Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, salt, and milk until a soft dough forms.

3. Shape the Cookies:

  • Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball.
  • Roll each ball in the pastel sanding sugar until fully coated.
  • Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

4. Bake:

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are just set. (Avoid overbaking to keep them soft.)
  • If needed, bake in batches to avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.

5. Add the Chocolate Kiss:

  • Let the cookies cool for 2 minutes on the baking sheet.
  • Gently press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie while they’re still warm.

6. Serve & Store:

  • Allow the cookies to cool completely before serving.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • For a festive touch, use a variety of pastel sanding sugar colors to make the cookies visually appealing.
  • Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
  • Don’t overbake the cookies; they should be just set to keep them soft and chewy.
  • If the dough is too sticky, chill it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before rolling into balls.

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