Description
Soft, pink, and bursting with strawberry flavor, Strawberry Kiss Cookies are as delightful to make as they are to eat. Topped with a chocolate kiss and lightly dusted with powdered sugar, these cookies are perfect for parties, holidays, or as a sweet everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
- Wet Ingredients:
- Unsalted butter, 1 cup (softened)
- Granulated sugar, 1 cup
- Large egg, 1 (room temperature)
- Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon
- Almond extract (optional), ½ teaspoon
- Dry Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour, 2 cups
- Baking powder, 1 teaspoon
- Salt, ¼ teaspoon
- Strawberry gelatin mix, 1 (3 oz) package
- For Finishing:
- Powdered sugar, ¼ cup
- Chocolate kiss candies, 24-30 (unwrapped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using). Mix until combined.
- Gradually mix in the strawberry gelatin powder until fully incorporated, creating a vibrant pink dough.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a cohesive dough forms.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into smooth balls.
- Place the dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Create Indentations:
- Using your thumb or the back of a teaspoon, gently press the center of each ball to create a shallow indentation.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until set but still slightly soft with faint cracks around the edges.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Chocolate Kisses:
- While the cookies are still warm, gently press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing the chocolate to set.
- Decorate:
- Once cooled, lightly dust the cookies with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Use room-temperature ingredients for better consistency in the dough.
- Chill the dough for 15 minutes if it feels too sticky to handle.
- Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft and tender.
- Work quickly to press the chocolate kisses into the warm cookies before they cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American