Description
Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Kiss Cookies Recipe that perfectly marries buttery cookie dough with sweet strawberry flavor and a classic chocolate kiss at its center. These cookies are not just a treat for the taste buds; their charming pink color and dusting of powdered sugar make them visually appealing for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday, hosting a party, or simply craving something sweet, these cookies are versatile enough to fit the bill. Easy to make with minimal ingredients, they promise a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as part of an impressive dessert platter!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 2 cups + 2 tbsp (280g) 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
- In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and almond extract; mix well.
- Incorporate strawberry gelatin into the mixture.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt before gradually combining with the wet ingredients to form a soft dough.
- Shape dough into balls and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place chilled balls on a lined baking sheet and bake for 11-13 minutes.
- Press a chocolate kiss into each warm cookie and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 122
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 21mg