Description
Strawberry Kiss Cookies are delightful soft cookies infused with fresh strawberries and topped with a classic chocolate kiss. These sweet treats combine a tender, fruity cookie base with a melty chocolate center, perfect for any occasion or a special snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
Topping
- 12 pieces chocolate kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Finely chop the fresh strawberries to ensure even distribution throughout the cookie dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This aerates the dough and helps create a tender texture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and baking powder to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a soft cookie consistency.
- Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold the finely chopped strawberries into the dough, ensuring they are evenly incorporated but not mashed, preserving their fresh flavor and texture.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, place dough portions onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them to allow for slight spreading. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies turn golden brown around the edges.
- Top with Chocolate Kisses: Immediately after removing the cookies from the oven, press one unwrapped chocolate kiss into the center of each warm cookie. Allow the cookies to cool on wire racks so the chocolate can set slightly while the cookies firm up.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and moisture balance.
- Press chocolate kisses into the cookies while warm so they melt slightly, creating a gooey center.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for maximum freshness.
- For a firmer cookie, chill the dough before baking.
