Strawberry Kiss Cookies: Sweet, Soft & Fun! 🍓💋✨
These Strawberry Kiss Cookies are the perfect combination of soft, buttery, and bursting with strawberry flavor! With a chocolate kiss on top, they’re a fun and fruity twist on the classic blossom cookie, making them perfect for Valentine’s Day, holiday cookie exchanges, or any time you want to spread some sweetness!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️
✔ Soft & Buttery – A melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s irresistible.
✔ Fun & Festive – Perfect for holidays, baby showers, and parties.
✔ Bursting with Strawberry Flavor – The Jell-O mix adds color and fruity taste.
✔ Easy to Make – No chilling required for this quick and easy treat!
Ingredients 🛒
For the Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for a rich, buttery base)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adds sweetness and slight crispness)
- 1 large egg, at room temperature (helps with structure and texture)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (enhances the flavor)
- ½ tsp almond extract (optional, adds a hint of nuttiness)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (for the perfect soft and tender texture)
- ½ tsp baking powder (helps the cookies rise slightly)
- ½ tsp salt (balances the sweetness)
- 3 tbsp strawberry gelatin (Jell-O mix) (adds strawberry flavor and a pop of pink color!)
For Rolling & Topping:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling the dough balls before baking)
- 24 chocolate kisses, unwrapped (Hershey’s Kisses work great!)
Step-by-Step Instructions 👩🍳
1️⃣ Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Make the Cookie Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using), mixing until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and strawberry gelatin powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3️⃣ Shape & Coat the Cookies
- Scoop 1-inch dough balls and roll them between your palms.
- Roll each ball in granulated sugar, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Place the coated dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
4️⃣ Bake to Perfection
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are just set and the cookies appear slightly puffed.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for 1 minute before adding the chocolate kisses.
5️⃣ Add the Chocolate Kiss 💋🍫
- Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each warm cookie.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet, which helps the chocolate kiss hold its shape.
Serving Suggestions 🍓🍪
✔ Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
✔ Drizzle with melted white chocolate for an extra sweet finish.
✔ Serve with a glass of milk or hot cocoa for the perfect pairing.
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
- Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freeze (Dough): Roll dough into balls, freeze on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- Freeze (Baked Cookies): Store in an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months.
These Strawberry Kiss Cookies are cute, delicious, and guaranteed to impress anyone you share them with! Bake a batch today and enjoy the sweetness of strawberry and chocolate in every bite! 🍓💋