Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies with Peppermint Kisses

Step 1

In a mixing bowl add the butter, salt, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Use a hand mixer to mix this together.

Step 2

Then add the eggs and vanilla, blending together again for about 2 minutes. The mixture will become a paler yellow brown after whipping for that amount of time.

Step 3

Now add in all the dry ingredients of cocoa powder, flour, and baking soda. Fold this into the wet ingredients until thoroughly distributed.

Step 4

Add the chocolate chips and fold into the thick batter. Cover in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Use a 1 inch scooper to make 24-30 dough balls and dip into the bowl of powdered sugar. Then place onto the baking sheet.

Step 7

Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies slightly spread and crinkles form in the powdered sugar.

Step 8

While the cookies are baking, prep the holiday kisses by unwrapping them.

Step 9

After the cookies have cooled for a minute, place a kiss into each cookie. Let them cool for at least 5 minutes and then enjoy!