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Strawberry Kiss Cookies

Sweet Strawberry Kiss Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These Strawberry Kiss Cookies are buttery and melt-in-your-mouth treats that are perfect for sharing and gifting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 30 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 box Strawberry Cake Mix Provides concentrated strawberry flavor and tender texture; essential for this recipe.
  • 8 tablespoons Butter, melted Adds richness and helps with the cookie's texture; ensure it is slightly cooled before mixing.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together; no substitution recommended.
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese, softened Keeps cookies soft and adds a tangy richness; substitute with mascarpone for a milder flavor.
For the Surprise Center
  • 30 pieces Chocolate Kisses, unwrapped The signature surprise that adds a sweet chocolate flavor.
For Dusting (Optional)
  • Powdered Sugar or Pink Granulated Sugar For dusting, use based on preference.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, melted butter, and egg. Stir until smooth and well-blended.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  4. Remove the dough and roll it into balls, roughly 1 inch in diameter. Optionally roll each ball in powdered sugar or pink granulated sugar.
  5. Bake the cookies in your preheated oven for 8–10 minutes until edges are set and centers look slightly soft.
  6. Press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie while warm. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container. They last up to 3 days at room temperature or up to 5 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

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