The Ultimate Strawberry Kiss Cookies: Soft, Chewy & Irresistibly Easy
Discover the magic of these Ultimate Strawberry Kiss Cookies, a guaranteed family favorite! Each bite delivers a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth strawberry cookie with a delightful chocolate kiss center. This easy cake mix recipe creates a perfectly soft and chewy texture every time, making them one of the most perfect Valentines Treats or a sweet surprise for any occasion. If you're searching for a simple yet stunning cookie, you've found your new go-to recipe.
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Servings: 30 cookies
Calories: 92kcal
Ingredients
For the Strawberry Cookies
- 1 box strawberry cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 8 tablespoons butter melted and slightly cooled (1/2 cup)
- 1 large egg
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 30 chocolate kisses unwrapped, such as Hershey's
- powdered sugar or pink granulated sugar for coating, optional
Instructions
- Combine the strawberry cake mix, melted butter, and large egg in a mixing bowl; stir until a smooth dough forms.
- Mix in the softened cream cheese until it is fully incorporated and the cookie dough becomes thick.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Scoop the chilled dough into tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into smooth, uniform balls.
- Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar or pink granulated sugar for a decorative coating, if desired, and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, just until the cookie edges are set and the centers still appear soft and slightly underbaked.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them rest on the baking sheet for 1-2 minutes before gently pressing a chocolate kiss into the center of each one.
- Transfer the finished Strawberry Kiss Cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before storing.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment paper
- Wire Rack
Notes
For the thickest, chewiest cookies, do not skip the chilling time. This step is essential to prevent the dough from spreading too much while baking. When adding the chocolate kiss, wait 1-2 minutes after the cookies come out of the oven to prevent the chocolate from melting and losing its shape. Expect the cookies to crack slightly, which is the classic look! Store these soft cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 25mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 110IU | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.3mg