Step into the wizarding world with these magical Hogwarts Sorting Hat Cookies—a spellbinding treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat! Made with rich cocoa powder and butterscotch pudding mix, it almost tastes like a Butterbeer cookie! Each sorting cookie is topped with a classic Hershey’s Kiss, made to resemble the famous Sorting Hat from Harry Potter. But the real magic happens inside: break one open to reveal a burst of colorful mini M&M’s in red, green, blue, or yellow—each representing a different Hogwarts House. Will you be sorted into Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, or Hufflepuff? Take a bite and let’s find out!
Perfect for Harry Potter parties, movie nights, or themed bake sales, these cookies are a hit with fans of all ages. They’re easy to make, delightfully whimsical, and guaranteed to bring a little bit of Hogwarts magic to your kitchen.
I got sorted into Slytherin as my house, which I (ironically) already am! I was kinda hoping for something different this time lol but it must be meant to be. What house do you hope to get sorted into when you make these?!
Kelly’s Kitchen Tip’s
Hogwarts Sorting Hat Cookie Tips
Seal the hat carefully – As you press the Hershey’s Kiss into the warm cookie, give it a gentle twist back and forth. The warmth from the cookie will melt the base just enough to form a cute “brim” for the Sorting Hat and help the “hat” stay firmly attached.
Don’t skip chilling the dough – The pudding mix adds moisture, so chilling helps the cookies hold their shape and prevents them from spreading too much while baking.
Form even-sized balls – Use a small cookie scoop to keep each cookie uniform, ensuring even baking and perfect texture.
Add the Hershey’s Kiss while warm – Press a Kiss into each cookie right after baking so it slightly softens and sticks securely (it’ll firm up again as the cookie cools).
Cool completely before filling – Make sure cookies are fully cooled before adding the mini M&M’s, or the candy coating could melt from the residual warmth.
Customization & Magical Variations
- Flavor twist: If you’re not the biggest fan of butterscotch, swap the pudding mix. Experiment with vanilla, chocolate, or even white chocolate pudding mix for a different flavor base.
- Add sparkle – Brush a little edible gold dust over the Kiss “hat” for a magical shimmer effect.
- Cookie swaps: Try peanut butter or sugar cookie dough as a base for an entirely new take on this magical treat.
- Party fun – It’s time for a Harry Potter movie marathon (again)!! Call your friends & family over to “get sorted” by choosing cookies at random. Even more fun, wait for the sorting scene and everyone take a bite together to see which house you’re in for the marathon.
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
- Store: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Refrigerate or freeze: Store baked cookies in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the cookie dough in advance and refrigerate for up to 48 hours. Or you can freeze the dough balls for future baking.
- Transport tip: For parties or gifting, place cookies in cupcake liners to protect the Hershey’s Kiss top and prevent breakage.
Hogwarts Sorting Hat Cookies
Equipment
- 2+ cookie sheets
- Parchment Paper
- toothpick
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 – 3.5 oz butterscotch pudding mix
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 ½ cup flour
- 3 Tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 Tbsp corn starch
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 bag Mini Peanut Butter M&M’s, sorted into red yellow, green, and blue. can use any flavor mini m&m's
- 10 oz package Hershey’s kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Then line your baking sheet(s) with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugars (1 cup brown sugar & ½ cup sugar) and (1 cup) softened butter. Mix together until creamy and smooth.
- Next, add in the 2 eggs, butterscotch pudding mix and (1 tsp) vanilla. Mix until thoroughly blended.
- Add in the (2 ½ cup) flour, (3 tbsp) cocoa powder, (1 tbsp) corn starch, (1 tsp) baking soda and (1 tsp) salt. Mix well, making sure to scrape down the sides and mix again until thoroughly combined.
- Take a large spoon or tablespoon and scoop out the dough, lightly rolling into 1-inch size balls. Place the dough on your parchment lined baking sheets and gently press a finger into the center of each one, making a slight indent.
- Open up your mini m&m's and begin separating the colors between the 4 houses (red, yellow, green, blue).
- Where we made an indent, fill each cookie with about 3-4 candies of the same color. Then, carefully fold the dough back over the candies and gently roll, so that the candies are fully hidden within the dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes. The edges of the cookie should be set and the center no longer shiny in appearance.
- Immediately upon removing from the oven, place a single Hershey’s kiss on top of each cookie. You may gently wiggle the kiss while pressing down, causing the melting bottom to create a "hat brim".
- Wait around 5 minutes, allowing the heat from the cookie to soften the kiss and using a toothpick, draw the eyes and mouth of the Sorting Hat onto each kiss. (*See notes below)
- Allow time to cool for about 1-2 hours to allow the chocolate to completely re-solidify. Serve & enjoy on your next Harry Potter marathon and let me know what house you get!
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