Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
• Add the egg, peppermint extract, and red food coloring to the butter mixture and beat well.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, then quickly press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
• Return to the oven and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes until the edges are set.
• Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.