Description
These Strawberry Kiss Cookies are soft, buttery, and bursting with strawberry flavor. Topped with a creamy chocolate kiss, they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or any sweet occasion. Super easy to make and irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups + 2 tablespoons (280g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
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Flavor & Color Enhancer:
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry-flavored gelatin mix
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Finishing Touches:
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 24–30 chocolate kiss candies, unwrapped
Instructions
- Prepare Dough:
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
- Add egg, vanilla, and almond extract, beating well.
- Mix in gelatin powder until fully incorporated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Shape & Chill:
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Chill for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Bake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 11-13 minutes, until edges are set.
- Add Kisses & Cool:
- Press a chocolate kiss into each cookie immediately after baking.
- Cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
- For best results, chill dough overnight.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American