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These sweet pink bites mix buttery goodness with real strawberry flavor. Each cookie holds a chocolate kiss right in the center, making a treat that looks as good as it tastes. You'll fall in love with these Strawberry Kiss Cookies on any dessert table.
I first baked these for my kid's class Valentine's party, but now everyone wants them all the time. What's my trick? It's how the strawberry and chocolate work together - nobody can say no to that combo!
Key Components
- Butter: Make sure it's soft enough to dent with your finger but not melty
- Strawberry Gelatin: Gives these cookies their taste and pretty pink look
- Egg: Don't use it cold from the fridge or your dough will clump up
- Vanilla Extract: The real stuff makes the sweetness taste better
- Chocolate Kisses: Take the wrappers off before you start baking
- All-Purpose Flour: Scoop with a spoon then level it off for the right amount
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Step-By-Step Guide
- Step 1:
- Set out butter and egg about 2 hours before you start so they warm up
- Step 2:
- Whip just the butter for around a minute until it's light and fluffy
- Step 3:
- Pour sugar in bit by bit while mixing and watch it turn paler
- Step 4:
- Break your egg into a small bowl first to check for shell bits
- Step 5:
- Stir in the flavor stuff gently - don't go crazy or cookies get tough
- Step 6:
- Add gelatin in little sprinkles to avoid lumps in the mix
- Step 7:
- Mix all the dry stuff in another bowl so everything spreads out
- Step 8:
- Put flour mix in three batches, just barely mixing each time
- Step 9:
- Make super smooth balls by rolling dough between your hands
- Step 10:
- Push your thumb in with a little twist to make neat little holes
- Step 11:
- Keep an eye on them - they should look just set but still soft around the edges
- Step 12:
- Push chocolates in right away when they come out hot from the oven
Serving Suggestions
Make them look fancy by putting cookies in circles on a nice plate where all those chocolate tops create a cool pattern.
Keeping Them Fresh
To keep these cookies soft, put them in a sealed container with wax paper between each layer.
When my grandkids come over, they can't wait to help make these. Their tiny thumbs make just the right sized holes, and they're so proud when they carefully place each chocolate kiss.
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These strawberry kiss cookies aren't just something we eat - they're part of our family story. Every Valentine's Day, grandparents, parents and kids all gather to make tons of batches. The house smells amazing and we're making memories while we bake.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I bake these ahead?
- Totally! Store them in an airtight container for five days, or freeze to keep fresh for three months.
- → Why are my cookies spreading so much?
- It’s likely your butter’s too soft. Chill your dough for a bit if it seems warm.
- → What if I use sugar-free gelatin?
- It works fine, but the sweetness and texture might change a bit.
- → When should I add the chocolate kisses?
- Pop them on when the cookies have cooled down just slightly, about 2-3 minutes out of the oven.
- → Can I leave out almond extract?
- Absolutely. Either skip it or put in a little more vanilla extract.