Try baking these Cherry Blossom Cookies to wow a crowd. The Hershey kisses, cherries, and sugar make these the best cookies ever! If you’re a fan of classic cookie box favorites with soft centers and sweet chocolate centers, these Cherry Blossom Cookies are about to become a new staple in your baking rotation. Inspired by the nostalgic candy-topped treats so many of us grew up loving, these cookies are tender, buttery, and perfectly golden, with just the right pop of chocolate right in the center. With simple ingredients and an easy prep, they’re the kind of cookie that’s as fun to make as they are to share. Whether you’re baking for a holiday dessert tray, a birthday party, or just an everyday sweet craving, Cherry Blossom Cookies deliver that familiar, comforting sweetness with a homemade twist. The slightly crackled edges give way to soft, chewy middles, and the chocolate blossom on top makes every bite feel special. They’re timeless, comforting, and always a crowd-pleaser — the perfect cookie for gifting, snacking, or adding a little extra joy to someone’s day.

Front view of Cherry Blossom Cookies on a white dish.

These Cherry Blossom Cookies are also called Cherry Kiss Cookies for a very good reason. While some people choose to make these cookies around Christmas time, you can make them year-round! These would be the perfect Valentines Day cookie for your loves!

Overhead view of Cherry Blossom Cookies on a white dish.

Why People Love This Cherry Blossom Recipe

Easy to make: If you like to bake but don’t want to spend all day doing it, these cookies are for you!
Pretty to look at: Sometimes you want to make a cookie that is super pretty to look at, and these cookies are it!
Great for freezing: When you need a cookie that you can freeze, this Cherry Blossom Cookie is a great alternative.

Ingredients Needed for a Cherry Blossom Cookie

Unsalted butter – Sometimes, you have to go with the no-salt butter, so your cookie isn’t overly salted.
Confectioners sugar – This sugar is used to sweeten and add texture to desserts such as cakes, cookies, and cupcakes.
Salt – Salt is essential in baking, providing structure and flavor to the dough or batter.
Maraschino cherry juice liquid – Maraschino cherry juice is a clear red-colored syrup made from maraschino cherries that can be used for decorating or flavoring baked goods.

Overhead view of the ingredients needed to complete this recipe.

Almond, vanilla, or cherry extracts – You will use the extracts to add flavor to these cookies!
All-purpose flour – All-purpose flour is great for making blossom cookies.
Chopped maraschino cherries – These are small pieces of tart, bright red cherries that have been preserved with sweetened syrup.
Granulated white sugar – When it comes to baking a cookie, you can’t go wrong using granulated white sugar.
Hershey Kisses – Hershey kisses are perfect for topping these Cherry Blossom Cookies. It’s the perfect chocolate kiss to the cherry cookie.

How to Store Cherry Blossom Cookies

When it comes to storing cherry blossom cookies, there are several important steps to take.

Choose a container that is airtight and moisture-proof such as plastic or Tupperware.
Line the bottom of the container with a double layer of wax paper or parchment paper for extra protection.
Carefully arrange the cookies inside the container, making sure there is at least an inch between each cookie.
Seal the container securely to keep out any outside air or moisture and store it in a cool, dry place.

These delicious treats can stay fresh for up to two weeks with proper storage techniques!

Overhead view of Cherry Blossom Cookies.

Common Questions for Cherry Blossom Cookies

What if my dough is sticky?

If your dough is too sticky to handle, slowly add more flour until you can handle it. If your dough needs to be forced together to form a ball, you can add some moisture until desired texture is reached.

What kind of extract should I use?

You can use almond, vanilla, or cherry extract. I have personally had these with both almond and vanilla and prefer vanilla.

What are a few tips to make these Cherry Blossom Sugar Cookies turn out even better?

Chilling the dough is vital, but you don’t have to chill them for long since they are small. I have found that 15-20 minutes is enough time. Chilling the dough prevents it from spreading too thin.
The pink color comes from the maraschino cherries and juice. If you want a more vibrant pink, they could use pink food coloring or pink sugar to roll the cookies.
The amount of Cherry Juice in this recipe is TRIPLED, which is why they don’t come out dry or cakey.
This recipe is considered “vintage” and is supposed to have more of a shortbread flavor.