Description
Delight in these charming Strawberry Kiss Cookies, featuring a tender buttery base infused with fresh, finely chopped strawberries and crowned with a luscious chocolate kiss. Perfect for a sweet snack or a festive treat, these cookies combine fruity freshness with a satisfying chocolate finish in every bite.
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
Additional
- 12 pieces chocolate kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Prep: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup. Finely chop the fresh strawberries to ensure they incorporate evenly into the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Set aside for later use.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This aeration is key for a tender cookie texture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and baking powder mixture to the creamed butter and sugar, mixing gently to form the cookie dough without overworking it, which helps keep the cookies soft.
- Fold in Strawberries: Carefully fold in the finely chopped fresh strawberries into the dough, distributing them evenly while preserving their freshness and juiciness.
- Scoop Dough: Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, place dough portions onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn a lovely golden color.
- Add Chocolate Kisses: Immediately after removing the cookies from the oven, press one unwrapped chocolate kiss into the center of each warm cookie. The residual heat will slightly melt the chocolate, giving a glossy finish.
- Cool: Transfer the cookies to wire racks and allow them to cool completely before serving, ensuring the chocolate sets properly and the cookies achieve optimal texture.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the best creaming results.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for maximum flavor and moisture.
- If you prefer a less sweet cookie, reduce the sugar slightly to ½ cup.
- Chocolate kisses can be substituted with chocolate chunks or chips if desired.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
