Description
These Strawberry Kiss Cookies are the perfect Valentine’s Day treat or a sweet dessert that will satisfy any fruity craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flourn1 teaspoon baking powdern1/2 teaspoon saltn1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softenedn3/4 cup granulated sugarn1 large eggn1 teaspoon vanilla extractn1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract (adjust to taste)nPink food coloring (optional)nBags of Hershey’s Kisses (strawberry or your favorite flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.nIn a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.nIn a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.nBeat in the egg, vanilla extract, and strawberry extract. Add a drop or two of pink food coloring if desired.nGradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix!nShape the dough into 1-inch balls. Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.nBake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.nRemove from the oven and immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.nLet the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: strawberry cookies, kiss cookies, Valentine's Day, easy cookies