There's something so irresistible about Hershey's Kisses that you can never have just one! But can you imagine that tiny chocolate morsel, not just as a nibble but as the star of your kitchen's creative show? Think chocolate-dipped strawberries taken to a luscious new level or a humble hot chocolate transformed into a creamy delight. From the surprising crunch in a trail mix to the gooey center of freshly baked muffins, each idea in our list is a doorway to delight.
Hershey's Kisses Centered Cookies
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Transform your favorite cookie recipe by placing a Hershey's Kiss in the center of each cookie right after baking. The classic peanut butter blossom is just the beginning – try it with sugar or chocolate chip cookies, too. Fun fact: Hershey's Kisses got its name because of the machine that makes it look like it's "kissing" the conveyor belt with each drop of chocolate.
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
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Melt Hershey's Kisses to use as a decadent dip for strawberries. The smooth, rich chocolate pairs perfectly with the tartness of fresh berries, creating an easy and impressive dessert. Did you know that Hershey's Kisses were first introduced in 1907 and were originally wrapped by hand in foil?
Hot Chocolate Upgrade
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Drop a few Hershey's Kisses into your hot chocolate for an extra chocolate boost. As they melt, they make the drink even richer and creamier.
Hershey's Kisses Trail Mix
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Add Hershey's Kisses to your trail mix for a sweet surprise. Combine nuts, dried fruits, pretzels, and Kisses for a balanced and delicious snack. Hershey's Kisses were once discontinued during World War II due to aluminum foil rationing but were brought back due to popular demand.
Hershey's Kisses in Muffins
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Push a Hershey's Kiss into the center of the muffin batter before baking. When the muffins are done, they'll have a gooey chocolate center that's sure to delight.
Chocolate Covered Pretzels
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Melt Hershey's Kisses and use the melted chocolate to coat pretzels. Let them harden on a baking sheet for a sweet and salty treat. Hershey's Kisses were one of the first products to be individually wrapped in a protective foil, which helped maintain their quality and freshness.
Fondue Fun
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Melt a bunch of Hershey's Kisses and use them as a chocolate fondue: dip fruits, marshmallows, and cookies for a fun and interactive dessert experience.
Easy Chocolate Mousse
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Melt Hershey's Kisses and fold them into whipped cream to create a simple chocolate mousse. Chill for a few hours for a light and airy dessert. Hershey's Kisses are made in Hershey, Pennsylvania, a town often referred to as "The Sweetest Place on Earth."
Hershey's Kisses Milkshake
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Blend Hershey's Kisses with ice cream and milk for a deliciously thick and creamy milkshake. Top with whipped cream and extra Kisses for a chocolate lover's dream.
Hershey's Kisses S'mores
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Replace the chocolate bars in your s'mores with Hershey's Kisses. The bite-sized chocolates melt beautifully, adding a unique twist to the classic campfire treat. First introduced in 1921, the iconic plume sticking out of Hershey's Kisses was originally meant to prevent counterfeiting.
Chocolate Bark
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Melt Hershey's Kisses and spread them on a baking sheet. Top with nuts, dried fruits, or candies, then let it harden and break into pieces for a delicious chocolate bark.
Hershey's Kisses Stuffed Brownies
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Place a Hershey's Kiss in the center of the brownie batter before baking. The result is a delightful surprise of melted chocolate inside each brownie. Hershey's produces over 70 million Kisses each day to meet worldwide demand.
Cupcake Toppers
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Use Hershey's Kisses as decorative toppers for cupcakes. They add a charming touch and an extra bit of chocolate to each bite.
Chocolate Ganache
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Melt Hershey's Kisses with a bit of heavy cream to make a simple and luscious chocolate ganache. Use it to frost cakes, dip donuts, or drizzle over ice cream. Hershey's Kisses were initially wrapped in silver foil but now come in a variety of colors and patterns for different holidays and occasions.
Homemade Chocolate Chips
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Chop up Hershey's Kisses to use as chocolate chips in your baking recipes. They work wonderfully in cookies, muffins, and pancakes.
Hershey's Kisses Ice Cream
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Stir chopped Hershey's Kisses into homemade or store-bought ice cream. The Kisses add a delightful crunch and burst of chocolate flavor as the ice cream refreezes.
