Description
These Strawberry Kiss Cookies are a sweet and festive treat that combines soft, strawberry-flavored cookies with the irresistible addition of chocolate kiss candies. The perfect cookie for holiday gatherings or any special occasion!
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 (250g) 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). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Prepare the cookie dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using), and mix until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and strawberry-flavored gelatin mix.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Shape the cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
- Add the chocolate kisses: Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie while they are still warm.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cookies are cool, dust with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
Notes
- If you want a stronger strawberry flavor, you can increase the amount of strawberry gelatin mix slightly.
- Be sure to let the cookies cool before dusting with powdered sugar to avoid melting it.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American