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10 HERSHEY’S KISSES Recipes to Impress Your Guests

Published: Sep 23, 2024

This is your sign to start keeping a supply of HERSHEY’S KISSES Candies in your pantry, next to the sugar and cocoa. When you need a showstopping dessert idea or a fantastic cookie to make the fam smile, HERSHEY’S KISSES Chocolates will save the day in many versatile ways.

fresh batch of hersheys kisses caramel thumbprint cookies

1. Caramel Thumbprint Cookies

Thumbprint cookies, or blossoms, meld two delicious flavors into one bite-sized treat. In the case of these cookies, it’s rich chocolate and smooth caramel! Each cookie is rolled in crunchy pecans and topped with a caramel sauce made from ROLO® Creamy Caramels and then a HERSHEY'S KISSES Milk Chocolate Candy is placed on top. By biting into one of these treats, you’ll taste the gooey caramel sauce and melty chocolate all in one. Bake These Cookies.

fresh batch of hersheys kisses secret almond cookies

2. Secret Almond Cookies

These cookies might look simple, but this recipe is one you can use when you need to dazzle. The almond cookie exterior encases a hidden HERSHEY’S KISSES Chocolate with Almonds. Scoop your dough, wrap it around a chocolate, round each dough ball and allow the flavors to meld together in the oven. Top it off with powdered sugar for an effortless look. Make These Cookies.

chocolate and cherries fudge torte topped with hersheys kisses and cherries

3. Chocolate & Cherries Fudge Torte

Show your affection with the grandest of gestures: this gorgeous homemade cake decorated with HERSHEY’S KISSES Chocolates! A decadent fudge torte is topped with a whimsical heart-shaped arrangement of chocolate and cherries, a rich flavor match made in heaven. When desserts are made with love, your loved ones will taste it. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day or anytime someone needs a little extra sweetness in their life. Try This Torte.

slicing hersheys hugs and kisses pound cake into pieces for serving

4. HERSHEY’S HUGS & KISSES Pound Cake

Slice into deliciousness with this layered pound cake, featuring chocolatey goodness inside and out. This recipe is about re-imagining a frozen pound cake loaf into a decadent dessert. The chocolatey layers and topping are made from melted HERSHEY’S KISSES Candies, then topped with HERSHEY’S HUGS Candies that mirror the striped interior. This recipe comes together quick, then you can let it refrigerate until dessert time. Create This Pound Cake.

freshly made batch of hersheys hugs meltaway brownie bites

5. HERSHEY’S HUGS Meltaway Brownie Bites

Are they cupcakes? Or brownies? These little treats may defy description but put them on your table and your family and friends will see them for what they are: delicious expressions of love. Each brownie bite is made with velvety HERSHEY’S Cocoa and topped with a milk chocolate and white creme HERSHEY’S HUGS Candy. Garnish with powdered sugar and a drizzle of HERSHEY’S Syrup for the perfect bite every time. Bake These Bites.

triple chocolate blossoms topped with chocolate frosting and hersheys kisses

6. Triple Chocolate Blossoms

Add some decadence to your dessert game with these Triple Chocolate Blossoms. Combining rich chocolate cookies made with HERSHEY’S Cocoa and HERSHEY’S KISSES SPECIAL DARK Candies and chocolate frosting in every bite, this recipe is perfect for dark chocolate lovers. These cookies not only look amazing but also provide a triple dose of chocolate goodness. Bake These Blossoms.

chocolate stuffed coconut macaroons topped with chocolate drizzle

7. Chocolate-Stuffed Coconut Macaroons

These delightfully chocolatey coconut macaroons are chewy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth on the inside, thanks to a hidden HERSHEY’S KISSES Milk Chocolate. For a crunchier, chewier shell, toast the coconut before adding it to the cookie batter. For a softer snowy-white exterior, use fresh coconut and skip the toasting step before you bake the cookies. Both ways yield undeniably delicious treats that taste like a flavor vacation for your tastebuds. Try Making Macaroons.

gift box filled with chocolate snowball cookies and hersheys kisses

8. Chocolate Snowball Cookies

These bite-sized snowballs feature a chocolate-toffee cookie exterior with a HERSHEY’S KISSES Candy center for a layered flavor adventure you’ll love. Pair with a cup of hot cocoa and you’ve got a seasonal snack that’ll warm hearts. These are perfect for adding a little texture and variety to your holiday cookie platters or make thoughtful homemade gifts. Make These Cookies.

fresh batch of hersheys kisses meltaway brownie bites topped with hersheys kisses

9. HERSHEY’S KISSES Meltaway Brownie Bites

Rich brownie cookies are just the foundation of this flavorful treat. Top off each brownie bite with a HERSHEY’S KISSES Rose Foils Milk Chocolate Meltaway Candy, which is filled with even more chocolatey goodness and lots of love. These seasonal candies are available for Valentine’s Day but HERSHEY’S KISSES SPECIAL DARK Mildly Sweet Chocolate Candy would be a great substitute for baking these beauties anytime of year. Bake These Bites.

try of freshly made harry potter sorting hat cookies

10. Harry Potter™ Sorting Hat Cookies

Bring a touch of magic to your baking with these Harry Potter™ Sorting Hat Cookies! These whimsical treats feature a playful sorting hat design and HERSHEY’S KISSES Milk Chocolate Candies for a fun and enchanting twist on dessert. Ideal for themed parties or a sweet movie night, these cookies are sure to delight every witch and wizard with their charming appearance and delicious flavor. Make These Magical Treats.

Bake Something Special with HERSHEY'S KISSES Candies

Baking gives you many ways to express your love and affection for those closest to you. Especially when you include HERSHEY’S KISSES and HUGS! These recipes are perfect for the holidays, celebrations or everyday enjoyment after dinner.