Mint Julep Kisses Cookies

Brighten up your cookie tray with these delightful Mint Julep Kisses Cookies, a festive treat bursting with peppermint flavor and a pop of vibrant green color! Perfect for holidays or special gatherings, these soft sugar cookies are infused with a hint of peppermint extract, tinted to a playful minty hue, and crowned with a creamy Hershey's Kiss pressed into the warm dough. Featuring simple ingredients like unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, and a dash of green food coloring, these cookies are easy to whip up in just 30 minutes from start to finish. Whether dusted with powdered sugar for extra sweetness or served as-is, these charming peppermint cookies are a surefire crowd-pleaser. Ideal for St. Patrick's Day, Christmas, or anytime you crave a decadent mint-chocolate treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 8 drops green food coloring
• 24 pieces Hershey's Kisses (unwrapped)
• 0.25 cup powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

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 egg, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix on low speed until a dough forms.

Step 5

Add the green food coloring and mix until the dough is evenly colored. Adjust the number of drops for the desired shade of green.

Step 6

Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, scoop out 1-inch balls of dough and roll them between your palms to make them smooth. Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 7

Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned. Remove from the oven.

Step 8

Immediately press an unwrapped Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie while they are still warm. The cookies may crack slightly, which is normal.

Step 9

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

Step 10

If desired, dust the cookies lightly with powdered sugar for a decorative touch before serving.

Step 11

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	756.4 grams (756.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3196

Total Fat 137.60g	176%
Saturated Fat 77.00g	385%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 458mg	153%
Sodium 1238mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 481.10g	175%
Dietary Fiber 9.20g	33%
Total Sugars 290.60g
Protein 36.90g	74%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 188mg	14%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 676mg	14%

*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: 37.4%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 58.1%