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Strawberry Kiss Cookies – A Sweet and Pretty Treat

Strawberry Kiss Cookies – A Sweet and Pretty Treat

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Strawberry Kiss Cookies are delightful, soft, and chewy treats that combine the sweet flavor of strawberries with a rich chocolate center. These pretty pink cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day, baby showers, or any occasion that calls for a sweet and charming dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 ounces) strawberry cake mix
  • 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon strawberry extract (optional, for enhanced flavor)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • Pink sanding sugar (for rolling)
  • 48 chocolate truffle Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped and frozen

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Kisses: Unwrap the Hershey’s Kisses and place them in a bowl in the freezer. Freezing helps them maintain their shape when pressed into the warm cookies.
  2. Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, melted butter, egg, and strawberry extract (if using). Mix until a soft dough forms. Add the softened cream cheese and mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes. Chilling makes the dough easier to handle and prevents excessive spreading during baking.
  4. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Form the Cookies: Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough into 48 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then roll in pink sanding sugar to coat.
  6. Bake: Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8 minutes, until the cookies are set but not browned.
  7. Add the Kisses: Immediately upon removing the cookies from the oven, gently press a frozen Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie. The cookie may crack slightly around the edges, which is normal.
  8. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Let the chocolate set before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Variations: Experiment with different cake mix flavors and Hershey’s Kiss varieties to create your own unique combinations.

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