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Soft Strawberry Kiss Cookies

These Soft Strawberry Kiss Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the richness of chocolate kisses. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are incredibly easy to make and will bring joy to your family and friends.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box Strawberry Cake Mix
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil or Melted Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure
  • 1/2 teaspoon Strawberry Extract optional
  • 1 bag Milk Chocolate Kisses unwrapped
  • Granulated Sugar or Powdered Sugar for rolling the dough

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • - Spatula
  • - Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheets
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Use a spatula to mix until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix or the cookies might become tough.
  3. If the dough feels too sticky to handle, pop it in the fridge for about 15 minutes. This little hack makes rolling the balls much easier.
  4. Scoop out about a tablespoon of dough and roll it into a 1-inch ball between your palms. Roll the ball in a small bowl of granulated sugar until evenly coated. This adds a lovely crystalline crunch to the exterior.
  5. Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on your prepared sheets. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. The edges should be set but the centers will still look a little soft. That is the secret to the soft strawberry kiss cookies texture.
  6. While the cookies are still hot and fresh from the oven, immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each one. The heat will slightly melt the bottom of the chocolate, helping it stick securely.
  7. Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack. Be patient as the chocolate needs time to firm back up before you stack them.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 8g

Notes

Storing these treats correctly is key to maintaining that signature softness. Once the chocolate has completely set and hardened, place the cookies in an airtight container. They will stay fresh at room temperature for up to 4 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze the baked cookies for up to 3 months. Just be careful when thawing so the chocolate does not bloom or get cloudy. I do not recommend reheating these in the microwave as the chocolate kiss will melt into a puddle. If you want that fresh from the oven feel, just let them come to room temperature naturally.
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