Description
Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Kiss Cookies Recipe, where buttery, melt-in-your-mouth dough meets the sweet essence of strawberries, all topped with a classic chocolate kiss. These cookies are not only visually stunning with their vibrant pink hue but also incredibly easy to make, making them perfect for any occasion—Valentine’s Day, parties, or simply as an everyday treat. Kids will love pressing the chocolate kisses into the warm cookies, adding to the fun of baking. With their irresistible taste and impressive presentation, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 2 cups + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 oz strawberry-flavored gelatin mix
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
- 24–30 chocolate kiss candies, unwrapped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract; blend well.
- Mix in the strawberry gelatin until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and chill for at least one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place chilled dough balls on a lined baking sheet and bake for 11–13 minutes until edges are set.
- After baking, gently press a chocolate kiss into each cookie while still warm. Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg