Double Chocolate Kisses

Here’s a fun and straightforward Valentine’s Day recipe that you can make with minimal effort:

Ingredients

• 1 cup softened margarine
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 1 2/3 cups flour
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 bag (9 oz) Hershey’s chocolate kisses

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • In a mixing bowl, beat the softened margarine, sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
   • In a separate bowl, stir together the flour and cocoa powder.
   • Gradually blend the dry mixture into the creamed mixture, mixing well until combined.

2. Chill the Dough:

   • Refrigerate the dough for about 1 hour or until it is easy to handle.

3. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

4. Shape the Cookies:

   • Mix a scant tablespoon of dough around each Hershey’s kiss, completely covering the chocolate.
   • Shape the dough into balls and place them on a cookie sheet.

5. Bake:

   • Bake the cookies in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until set.

6. Cool and Dust:

   • Allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
   • Once cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar for a sweet finish.

Yield

• This recipe makes about 54 cookies.

These treats are easy to make, a fun activity for kids, and a delightful treat for your Valentine’s Day celebration! Enjoy!