Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Strawberry Kiss Cookies, a charming treat that perfectly balances buttery, melt-in-your-mouth dough with vibrant strawberry flavor and a classic chocolate kiss center. Ideal for any occasion, from Valentine’s Day to birthday parties or simply a cozy day at home, these cookies are sure to impress with their beautiful pink hue and sweet taste. With easy preparation steps and kid-friendly fun, you can create these cookies while enjoying quality time with loved ones. A light dusting of powdered sugar adds a visually appealing touch that will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and strawberry gelatin; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together. Gradually add to wet mixture to form soft dough.
- Roll tablespoon-sized dough into balls and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake chilled dough balls for 11-13 minutes until edges set.
- Press chocolate kisses into each cookie while warm and cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg