Strawberry Cream Cheese Cookies with Chocolate Kisses Recipe
These Strawberry Cookies are soft, chewy treats made with a strawberry cake mix base, cream cheese for richness, and a signature chocolate Hershey’s Kiss in the center for a delightful contrast of flavors. Perfect for strawberry lovers looking for an easy yet irresistible homemade cookie.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 30 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
Wet Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons (1/2 cup) butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 large egg
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
Toppings
- 30 chocolate Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped
- Optional: powdered sugar or pink granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Prepare Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, melted butter, and egg, stirring until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
- Add Cream Cheese: Incorporate the softened cream cheese into the batter by mixing until the dough becomes thick and the cream cheese is fully integrated.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate it for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up for easier handling.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Form Cookie Balls: Scoop the chilled dough into tablespoon-sized balls using a spoon or cookie scoop for uniform size.
- Optional Rolling: Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar or pink granulated sugar if desired, or leave plain, then place onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Add Chocolate Topping: Allow the cookies to rest for 1 to 2 minutes after baking, then gently press one unwrapped chocolate Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Cool Completely: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool fully before serving, ensuring the kisses set properly.
Notes
- Refrigerating the dough is crucial for easier handling and preventing spreading during baking.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they should be soft in the center when removed from the oven.
- Rolling the dough in sugar adds a nice texture and sweetness but is optional.
- For a more intense strawberry flavor, consider using freeze-dried strawberry powder mixed into the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
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