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Strawberry Kiss Cookies Recipe

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Delightfully soft and flavorful Strawberry Kiss Cookies made with strawberry cake mix and cream cheese, topped with a classic Hershey’s Kiss for a charming and sweet treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
  • 8 tablespoons (1/2 cup) butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 large egg
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

Optional Topping

  • Powdered sugar or pink granulated sugar for rolling

Decoration

  • 30 chocolate Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, melted butter, and egg. Stir until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
  2. Add Cream Cheese: Incorporate the softened cream cheese into the mixture by mixing thoroughly until the dough is thick and uniform.
  3. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the dough to firm up for easier handling.
  4. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  5. Scoop Dough: Use a tablespoon to portion the dough into evenly sized balls for consistent baking.
  6. Coat Cookies: Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar or pink granulated sugar if you prefer a sweeter, sparkling coating, or skip this step to bake plain.
  7. Bake: Place the coated or plain dough balls on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cookie edges are set but the centers remain soft and slightly underbaked.
  8. Add Chocolate Kiss: Let the cookies rest for 1 to 2 minutes after baking, then gently press a chocolate Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie while they are still warm to help it adhere.
  9. Cool Completely: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and allow them to cool fully before serving to ensure the chocolate sets properly and the cookies have the perfect texture.

Notes

  • Refrigerating the dough firms it up, making it easier to handle and prevents spreading during baking.
  • Rolling the dough balls in sugar adds extra sweetness and a pretty finish but can be skipped.
  • Make sure cream cheese is well softened to avoid lumps in the dough.
  • Do not overbake; cookies should be soft in the center for the best texture.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 3-4 days.

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