Description
Strawberry Kiss Cookies are delightful, soft cookies made from strawberry cake mix, cream cheese, and butter, topped with a classic chocolate Hershey’s Kiss. These delicious treats combine the fruity flavor of strawberries with creamy richness and a chocolate surprise in every bite, perfect for parties, holidays, or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
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 Coating and Topping
- Powdered sugar or pink granulated sugar (optional, for rolling)
- 30 chocolate Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, melted butter, and egg. Stir the mixture until the dough is smooth and well blended.
- Add Cream Cheese: Incorporate the softened cream cheese into the dough. Mix thoroughly until the mixture thickens and the cream cheese is fully incorporated.
- Chill Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Chilling helps prevent spreading during baking and keeps the cookies thick and tender.
- Prepare Oven and Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Shape Cookies: Using a tablespoon measure, scoop out dough portions and form them into balls.
- Optional Rolling: Roll the dough balls in powdered sugar or pink granulated sugar if using. Alternatively, place them plain on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake Cookies: Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft and slightly underbaked for a chewy texture.
- Add Chocolate Kiss: After baking, let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 1 to 2 minutes. Then, gently press a chocolate Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie. Expect some light cracking around the pressed Kisses.
- Cool Completely: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Chilling the dough prevents spreading and ensures thick cookies with a tender texture.
- Light cracking around the chocolate kiss is normal and adds to the cookie’s charm.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
