Cherry Blossom Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the butter and confectioners sugar until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add the cherry juice and extract of choice and continue mixing until smooth.
3. 3
   Add 2 cups of flour and mix on low until fully incorporated. Once the two cups are added, slowly add a couple of Tablespoons at a time until the dough resembles a playdough consistency and can be handled without sticking to hands.
4. 4
   Carefully stir in the chopped cherries, just until combined.
5. 5
   Use a Tablespoon round cookie dough scoop to form small cookie dough balls and roll the balls in granulated sugar until coated.
6. 6
   Chill the dough balls for at least 20 minutes before baking.
7. 7
   While the dough is chilling, preheat the oven to 350 degrees and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. 8
   Place cookies evenly apart on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until baked through.
9. 9
   Remove from the oven and place a hershey kiss in the center of each cookie.
10. 10
    Allow to cool before serving.