Strawberry Kiss Cookies
Delightful cookies featuring a burst of strawberry flavor with creamy chocolate centers, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed strawberries (fresh or freeze-dried)
For the Filling
- 1 cup chocolate kisses or chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Mixing Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the crushed strawberries until evenly distributed in the dough.
Baking
- Scoop tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Press a chocolate kiss or chocolate chip into the center of each dough ball.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking to enhance texture. Consider using lemon zest for an extra layer of flavor. Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness, and freeze for up to three months for longer storage.