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Strawberry Kiss Cookies Recipe

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These Strawberry Kiss Cookies combine sweet strawberry cake mix with creamy cheesecake and a rich chocolate Kiss center for a delightful, soft cookie perfect for any occasion. With a tender crumb topped with a melt-in-your-mouth chocolate kiss, these cookies are easy to prepare and sure to impress.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

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

Additional Ingredients

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

Optional Toppings

  • Powdered sugar or pink granulated sugar for rolling
  • 30 chocolate Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped

Instructions

  1. Mix Base Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, melted butter, and egg until the mixture is smooth and well blended, ensuring there are no lumps.
  2. Add Cream Cheese: Add the softened cream cheese to the batter and mix thoroughly until the dough becomes thick and fully incorporated for a creamy texture.
  3. Chill Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the dough for at least one hour to firm it up for easier handling.
  4. Prepare Oven and Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  5. Form Cookie Dough Balls: Scoop the chilled dough into tablespoon-sized balls, ensuring uniform size for even baking.
  6. Coat Cookies (Optional): Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar or pink granulated sugar if desired, or place them plain directly on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes until the edges are set but the centers still appear soft for a tender, chewy texture.
  8. Add Chocolate Kisses: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them rest for 1–2 minutes. Gently press one unwrapped chocolate Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each warm cookie so it adheres without melting completely.
  9. Cool Completely: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely before serving to let the texture set and the chocolate firm up.

Notes

  • Refrigerating the dough is essential to prevent spreading and helps manage the soft dough for shaping.
  • Using parchment paper ensures even baking and easy removal of cookies.
  • Do not overbake; cookies should have soft centers for the best texture.
  • Can substitute chocolate Kisses with other chocolate candies if preferred.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for optimal freshness.

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