Name: Delish Chocolate Kiss Powder Puff Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 0.75 cup granulated sugar; 0.5 cup butter, softened; 1 large egg; 1.5 cup all-purpose flour; 0.5 teaspoon baking powder; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 24 pieces chocolate kisses

I first met Delish Chocolate Kiss Powder Puff Cookies on a day when my oven and I were not on speaking terms. They’re little clouds of chocolate-sprinkled joy with a kiss stuck in the middle—equal parts fancy and lazy, which is my kind of dessert. They’re special because they somehow look like you spent time, thought, and love on them, while actually being mostly butter, sugar, and optimism. Try them if you like cookies that make your guests whisper “ooh” and your sink whisper “you’re doing too many dishes.”

Once, I made a batch and proudly brought them to the living room, only to watch my husband attempt to eat one while juggling the baby, the remote, and his phone. He bit the cookie, the Hershey’s kiss performed a graceful slide, and it landed—slow motion—on the baby’s onesie. The baby immediately loved it more than anything I’ve ever made. I spent the next ten minutes sanding chocolate off baby fabric while my husband offered to “help” by holding the cookie plate, which somehow blurred the line between help and hazard. Kitchen fail? Absolutely. Still worth it? Absolutely.

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Why You’ll Love This Delish Chocolate Kiss Powder Puff Cookies

– They look fancy but are basically built on the “powder, press, kiss, bake” plan. Minimal ego-required.
– Texture: tender, slightly cakey, and dusted in powdered sugar so every bite feels like a sin-free snow day.
– Surprise center: a chocolate kiss that melts into a gooey heart of regret in the best way.
– Crowd-pleaser: great for parties, school events, or bribing neighbors when you forget to water their plants.

Time-Saving Hacks

– Use pre-sifted powdered sugar because sifting is zen-like but also an optional extra if you value your time.
– Buy mini Hershey kisses to avoid shaping meltdowns. Why fight physics?
– Make the dough in a wide bowl so you can just scoop with a cookie scoop and skip multiple spatulas.
– Chill for 10 minutes instead of 30 if you’re desperate; cookies will be fine, your nerves maybe not.
– Freeze portions of dough on a tray and bake straight from frozen—bonus: fewer dishes (and delayed regret).

Serving Ideas

– Pair with coffee for breakfast-to-dessert crossover points. The kids will call it lunch.
– Serve with vanilla ice cream because life is short and warm kiss + cold ice cream is math.
– Offer with wine if the kids drove you nuts; red or white both lie about being “appropriate.”
– Keep it simple: a plate and a napkin will do. People will Instagram it anyway.

What to Serve It With

– Classic: coffee or milk (strongly recommend milk for kids and anyone who thought cookies were a breakfast food).
– Fancy: a dollop of whipped cream and raspberries for the illusion of culinary skill.
– Kid-level: hand to small humans and watch it disappear. No judgment.

Tips & Mistakes

– Pro tip: Don’t overbake. These go from perfect to “I could prop the cookie wall up with these” in 60 seconds.
– If the kisses sink too deep, your oven is either too hot or your dough is too warm—chill more next time.
– Powdered sugar helps hide uneven edges and emotional baking decisions. Embrace the dust.
– If your dough cracks, press it gently with damp fingers instead of smacking it like a defeated baker.

Storage Tips

Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh.

Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, soy sauce ↔ tamari, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts.

Frequently Asked Questions

I can’t have gluten… will this still work?

Yep. Use tamari or coconut aminos. You’ll survive and still brag about it online.

Do I have to peel the pineapple first?

Unless you enjoy chewing bark… yes, peel it. Your teeth will thank you.

Can I use canned pineapple instead of fresh?

Sure. Just drain it well or enjoy syrup soup. Still tasty, though.

How sweet is this? Can I tone it down?

Absolutely. Cut the sugar—or don’t, and embrace the sugar rush.

What if I skip the sesame oil?

Then you’ll miss the nutty vibe, but relax—it’s still food. You’ll live.

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