Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of our Strawberry Kiss Cookies Recipe, a perfect treat for any occasion! These cookies feature a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture infused with vibrant strawberry flavor and topped with a classic chocolate kiss. Their beautiful pink hue and irresistible taste make them an ideal choice for sharing at celebrations like Valentine’s Day or simply enjoying on a cozy evening at home. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can create these charming cookies that are sure to impress friends and family 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
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry-flavored gelatin mix
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
- 24–30 chocolate kiss candies, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and extracts, mixing well.
- Incorporate the strawberry gelatin followed by the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls and chill for at least one hour.
- Bake the chilled dough balls for 11-13 minutes until edges are set. Remove from oven, press a chocolate kiss into each cookie, then cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 22g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg