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Chocolate Peppermint Thumbprint Cookies


Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Close up photo of a small plate filled with chocolate peppermint thumbprint cookies. Holiday decor and a glass of milk are around the plate.
Chocolate Peppermint Thumbprint Cookies are a soft and chewy treat that's made with refrigerated cookie dough and Hershey's Peppermint Kisses! An easy-to-make sweet treat that's ready in under 35 minutes!

Ingredients  

  • 1 (16oz.) package refrigerated sugar cookie dough
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup granulated sugar optional coating
  • 24 Hershey's peppermint kisses

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large bowl or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat together the cookie dough, cream cheese, and cocoa powder until fully combined, scraping down the sides as needed.
  • Use a medium cookie scoop to portion out the dough and lightly roll it into balls with your hands.
  • Roll the dough balls in granulated sugar and place cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are set.
  • Remove from the oven and gently press an unwrapped kiss into the center of each cookie. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Let the candies soften for about 2 minutes and use a toothpick to swirl the candy or leave as is and allow them to cool.

Notes

  • How To Store: I recommend placing the cookies in an airtight container and storing them at room temperature. I find that they taste best when eaten within the first two days. After that, they start to become crumbly and chewy. However, they’re still super delicious!
  • Can I Roll The Cookie Dough Balls In Sprinkles Instead Of Granulated Sugar? Of course! Using red and green sprinkles would make for a nice festive touch on these cookies. When it comes to choosing what sprinkles to use I’d recommend using nonpareils.
  • What Other Seasonal Hershey Kisses Could I Use For This Recipe? You could try making these cookies with Hot Cocoa Kisses, Caramel Kisses, or even Sugar Cookie Kisses.

Nutrition

Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
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