Decadent Caramel Biscoff Blossoms

Welcome to a delightful twist on a classic holiday favorite – the Caramel Biscoff Blossoms Cookies! If you’re a connoisseur of the rich, spiced flavor of Biscoff, the chewy indulgence of caramel, and the comforting hug of chocolate, then prepare to meet your new obsession. These cookies take the beloved peanut butter blossom concept and elevate it with the unique, caramelized notes of Biscoff cookie butter, crowned with a luscious caramel dollop and a melt-in-your-mouth Hershey’s Kiss. Forget the ordinary; these kiss cookies are designed to enchant your taste buds and become a standout on any dessert table.

For those who adore Biscoff spread, cherish Biscoff cookies, or simply can’t resist the iconic charm of Hershey’s Kisses, these Caramel Biscoff Blossoms are an absolute must-make. They offer a sophisticated flavor profile that’s both nostalgic and incredibly fresh, making them perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday gatherings, or simply treating yourself to something truly special. Get ready to embark on a baking adventure that promises pure satisfaction!

Why These Caramel Biscoff Blossom Cookies Are a Must-Bake

There are countless reasons to add these unique Caramel Biscoff Blossoms to your baking repertoire, especially when you’re looking for something that stands out from the usual holiday treats. Here’s why these delightful cookies will quickly become a cherished favorite:

• A Beloved Twist on a Classic: Just as my kids adore classic peanut butter blossoms, this Biscoff version offers a familiar yet exciting new flavor dimension. It maintains the comforting chewiness and iconic shape of the original but introduces the irresistible taste of cookie butter.
• Decadent Caramel Infusion: What truly sets these cookies apart is the addition of a rich, gooey caramel layer nestled between the Biscoff cookie and the chocolate Kiss. This golden touch makes each bite even more luxurious and irresistible, elevating the cookie from delicious to truly extraordinary.
• One-of-a-Kind Flavor Profile: By swapping traditional peanut butter for Biscoff spread, you create a cookie with a unique caramelized biscuit flavor, subtly spiced and wonderfully aromatic. It’s a distinctive taste that will surprise and delight anyone who tries them.
• Effortlessly Impressive: Despite their gourmet appearance and complex flavor, these cookies are surprisingly simple to make. They offer a fantastic way to impress guests and loved ones without spending hours in the kitchen, making them perfect for busy holiday seasons.
• A Crowd-Pleasing Treat: The combination of Biscoff, caramel, and chocolate appeals to a wide range of palates. Whether you’re serving them at a family gathering, a festive party, or gifting them to friends, these blossoms are guaranteed to be a hit with both children and adults alike.

Essential Ingredients for Perfect Biscoff Blossoms

Crafting these delectable Caramel Biscoff Blossoms requires a thoughtful selection of ingredients, combining pantry staples with the star flavor enhancers. Here’s a closer look at what you’ll need and some tips for choosing the best:

• Kitchen Staples: These form the base of our chewy cookies.
  • Butter: Use unsalted butter, softened to room temperature, for the best creaming consistency and control over saltiness. Quality butter enhances the overall flavor and texture.
  • Granulated Sugar & Brown Sugar: The combination of both sugars is key. Granulated sugar provides crispness, while brown sugar adds moisture, chewiness, and a subtle caramel note that complements the Biscoff beautifully.
  • All-Purpose Flour: Essential for the cookie’s structure. Measure correctly, preferably by weight, or by spooning into a measuring cup and leveling off.
  • Baking Soda: This leavening agent helps the cookies rise and achieve their soft, chewy texture.
  • Salt: A pinch of salt balances the sweetness and enhances all the other flavors.
  • Milk: A tablespoon of milk adds just the right amount of moisture to the dough, contributing to its perfect consistency.
• Biscoff Spread (Cookie Butter): This is the star ingredient that gives these cookies their signature flavor.
  • Whether you opt for creamy or crunchy Biscoff spread, both varieties will work wonderfully. The creamy version will result in a smoother cookie texture, while the crunchy spread will add delightful little biscuit bits for extra texture. Choose based on your preference!
• Vanilla Caramels: For the luscious caramel layer, a shortcut makes all the difference.
  • I highly recommend using a good quality brand like Werther’s Chewy Caramels. These melt smoothly and provide a rich, authentic caramel flavor without the fuss of making homemade caramel from scratch. You’ll need about 10 ounces.
• Heavy Cream (36% Butterfat): This is crucial for achieving a rich, velvety smooth caramel sauce.
  • The higher fat content ensures a luxurious texture that holds its shape slightly while remaining wonderfully gooey.
• Vanilla Extract: Don’t skimp on quality here!
  • Always use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor. Artificial vanilla flavorings simply can’t compare to the depth and warmth that real vanilla brings to both the cookie dough and the caramel.
• Hershey’s Kisses: The iconic topping that completes the blossom cookie.
  • You’ll need approximately 36 Kisses, one for each cookie. While the classic milk chocolate version is a timeless choice, feel free to experiment with other varieties that you think would pair well with caramel and Biscoff, such as dark chocolate Kisses, caramel-filled Kisses, or even white chocolate Kisses for a different aesthetic.

Mastering Your Caramel Biscoff Blossoms: Expert Tips for Success

Even the simplest recipes benefit from a few expert insights to ensure perfect results every time. These tips will help you create the most irresistible Caramel Biscoff Blossoms that are sure to impress:

• Embrace the Caramel Shortcut: While homemade caramel is delicious, this recipe champions efficiency, especially during busy times of the year. Using bagged caramel candies is a brilliant shortcut. Simply unwrap them and melt them with a splash of heavy cream. This method yields a perfectly smooth, rich caramel layer with minimal effort, saving you time without compromising on flavor or texture. Don’t hesitate to take advantage of this clever hack!
• Choose Your Caramels Wisely: The quality of your caramel candies will directly impact the taste of your cookies. As mentioned earlier, I highly recommend a reputable brand like Werther’s. Their caramels melt beautifully and offer a superior flavor that truly enhances the cookie. Avoid generic or very cheap caramels, as they may not melt as smoothly or taste as good.
• Achieve Uniformity with a Cookie Disher: For consistently sized cookies that bake evenly, a cookie disher (or ice cream scoop) is your best friend. Using a scoop ensures that each cookie dough ball is roughly the same size, leading to uniform baking and a professional-looking batch. Once scooped, gently roll the dough into neat, round balls with your hands before placing them on the baking sheet.
• Create the Perfect Indentation While Warm: This step is critical for holding your luscious caramel. As soon as the cookies come out of the oven, while they are still warm and soft, use the back of a rounded teaspoon or a small measuring spoon to gently press an indentation into the center of each cookie. These wells will perfectly cradle the caramel, preventing it from spilling and creating a beautiful presentation. Work quickly, as cookies firm up as they cool.
• Selecting Your Hershey’s Kisses: This is where you can add your personal touch! Unwrapped your chosen Hershey’s Kisses or Hugs and have them ready. While the classic milk chocolate Kiss is always a winner, consider dark chocolate for a richer contrast, or even a specialty flavor like caramel-filled Kisses for an extra layer of decadence.
• Add Kisses While Caramel is Pliable: Once your caramel is spooned into the indentations, swiftly press an unwrapped Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each. The warmth of the caramel will help the Kiss adhere and slightly soften its edges, which is a desirable effect. Don’t worry if the edges of your Kisses melt slightly around the caramel; this often makes them even more appealing and certainly doesn’t detract from their fabulous taste.
• Patience for Perfection: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. This allows the caramel to set and the chocolate Kiss to firm up, ensuring they are easy to handle and enjoy without making a mess.

Understanding Biscoff: The Magic of Cookie Butter

Many people are familiar with the delightful taste of Biscoff cookies, often served as a complimentary treat on airlines. But what exactly is Biscoff, and why has its spread become such a culinary sensation?

What is Biscoff?

Biscoff refers to Lotus Biscoff cookies, which are a type of spiced, caramelized biscuit originating from Belgium. The name “Biscoff” is a portmanteau of “biscuit” and “coffee” because they are famously served alongside coffee. These distinctively flavored cookies are made from a blend of wheat flour, sugar, vegetable oil, candy sugar syrup, leavening agent (sodium bicarbonate), soy flour, salt, and cinnamon. The Biscoff spread, often called “cookie butter,” is then crafted by finely grinding these delicious cookies and blending them with sugar syrup, additional flour, salt, cinnamon, and other ingredients to achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency.

What Does Biscoff Spread Taste Like?

The flavor of Biscoff spread is truly unique and highly addictive. It boasts a distinct caramelized taste, reminiscent of burnt sugar or toffee, but with warm, comforting undertones of cinnamon and other subtle spices, similar to gingerbread. Imagine the delicate crunch and rich flavor of a speculoos biscuit, transformed into a smooth, creamy spread with a consistency much like peanut butter. It’s sweet, slightly spicy, and incredibly aromatic, making it a versatile ingredient for both sweet and savory applications.

What Can You Make with Leftover Biscoff Spread?

Biscoff spread is incredibly versatile and can be used in numerous ways, much like peanut butter. It’s fantastic simply spread on toast, bagels, or crackers for a quick and satisfying snack. It can be drizzled over ice cream, mixed into oatmeal or yogurt, or used as a dip for fruit. In baking, its rich flavor shines through in a variety of recipes, from cheesecakes and milkshakes to brownies and, of course, these delightful Biscoff Blossom cookies. Don’t let any go to waste – it’s far too delicious!

More Holiday Cookies You’ll Love

If you’re in the mood for more festive baking or simply expanding your cookie repertoire, here are some other incredible holiday cookie recipes that are sure to bring joy and deliciousness to your kitchen:

• Holiday Pinwheel Cookies: Visually stunning and deliciously buttery, these spiraled cookies are a festive favorite.
• Pecan Pie Thumbprint Cookies: All the warm, nutty flavors of pecan pie in a delightful bite-sized cookie.
• Noel Nut Balls with Toffee: Tender, nutty, and studded with crunchy toffee bits, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies are irresistible.
• Italian Christmas Cookies: Light, cake-like cookies with a delicate frosting, a staple for many holiday celebrations.
• Candy Cane Blossoms: A minty, festive twist on the classic blossom cookie, perfect for peppermint lovers.
• Explore more of the Best Holiday Recipes on my site for a treasure trove of seasonal delights!

The Recipe:

Caramel Biscoff Blossoms

Prep Time
20 minutes

Cook Time
12 minutes

Total Time
32 minutes

Yield
36 cookies

Chewy Biscoff cookies topped with gooey caramel and a delightful Hershey’s Kiss – a perfect holiday treat!

Ingredients

• ½ cup butter, softened
• ¾ cup Biscoff Spread (creamy or crunchy)
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for cookies)
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 10 ounces vanilla caramels (e.g., Werther’s Chewy Caramels)
• 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream
• ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for caramel)
• 36 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, Biscoff spread, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and creamy.
2. Add the egg and mix until it is fully blended into the cookie dough.
3. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and milk. Then, gradually add the flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until just combined and a soft dough forms.
4. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes while you preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper for easy removal.
5. Roll rounded tablespoonfuls of the chilled dough into smooth balls. Place them approximately 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft. Immediately upon removing from the oven, use the back of a round tablespoon or small measuring spoon to make an indentation in the center of each warm cookie, creating a well for the caramel.
7. Carefully transfer the baked cookies to a wire rack to cool slightly while you prepare the caramel.
8. While the cookies are cooling, combine the unwrapped caramels and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute, then stir well. Continue to microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each, until the mixture is completely smooth and melted. If the caramel is too thick, add the remaining tablespoon of cream. Stir in ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract.
9. Spoon approximately one teaspoon of the warm caramel into the indentation of each cookie. Immediately press an unwrapped Hershey’s Kiss firmly into the center of the caramel. Allow the cookies to cool completely on the wire rack so the caramel can set before serving.

Notes

For the best caramel flavor and smooth consistency, I highly recommend using Werther’s brand chewy caramels.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

36

Serving Size:

1 cookie

Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 138Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 106mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 0gSugar: 8gProtein: 1g

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