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Here’s an idea to celebrate the moms in your life: Red Velvet Kiss Cookies and other kiss cookies featured below. Have fun!

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Feature: Red Velvet Kiss Cookies: a Sweet Treat for the Moms in Your Life

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Although red, these are true chocolate cookies through and through. The chocolate cookie dough and the Hershey’s Kiss in the cookie center combine for a double dose of chocolate.

This is a gorgeous cookie to make and serve for holidays, Valentine’s Day, and parties – or to give to special person.

And here’s a little secret: this cookie recipe is incredibly easy and quick to make!

Prep time: 10 minutes
Bake time: 8-10 minutes
Makes about 4 dozen cookies

Get the full recipe for Red Velvet Kiss Cookies … and be sure to check out more ideas for Kiss Cookies on our Pinterest board.

Cookie Baking Tip: Save Time Unwrapping Candy Kisses

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Fun Gadgets for Moms of All Ages

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More Easy Kiss Cookies to Show Mom Love

Happy baking,

Kathy, The Cookie Elf
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