Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Strawberry Kiss Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with fruity flavor—topped with a sweet chocolate kiss for the perfect finishing touch. With a beautiful pink hue and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are ideal for Valentine’s Day, baby showers, springtime gatherings, or anytime you want a cute and delicious treat. They’re easy to make and always a hit!
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
1 box strawberry cake mix
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
powdered sugar (for rolling)
Hershey’s Kisses (milk chocolate or white chocolate, unwrapped)
Directions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the Dough:
- In a large bowl, mix together the strawberry cake mix, oil, and eggs until a soft dough forms.
- Shape and Roll:
- Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and roll in powdered sugar until fully coated.
- Place balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake:
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked. Do not overbake.
- Add the Kisses:
- Remove from the oven and immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Servings and Timing
This recipe makes about 24 cookies.
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Baking time: 8–10 minutes
Cooling time: 10–15 minutes
Total time: 30–35 minutes
Variations
- Use White Chocolate Kisses: For a strawberries-and-cream flavor.
- Add Sprinkles: Roll dough balls in pink or red sprinkles instead of powdered sugar for a festive look.
- Drizzle with Chocolate: Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies for extra decadence.
Storage
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 2 months—add the kiss after baking.
FAQs
Can I use a different cake mix flavor?
Yes! Try chocolate, lemon, or red velvet for fun twists.
Do I have to chill the dough?
Not necessary for this recipe, but you can chill for 15–20 minutes if the dough feels too sticky.
Can I make them without rolling in powdered sugar?
Yes, they’ll still taste great—just with a smoother finish.
Conclusion
Strawberry Kiss Cookies are sweet, pretty, and full of charm—perfect for sharing love in cookie form. With just a few ingredients and a pop of chocolate on top, these pink cookies are as tasty as they are adorable. Great for gifting, celebrating, or treating yourself to something sweet!
PrintStrawberry Kiss Cookies
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Strawberry Kiss Cookies are soft, pink-hued cookies bursting with strawberry flavor and topped with a sweet chocolate kiss. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 box strawberry cake mix
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar, for rolling
- 24 chocolate kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine strawberry cake mix, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then roll in powdered sugar until coated.
- Place on prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until cookies are set but not browned.
- Remove from oven and immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Chill dough for 15–20 minutes if it’s too sticky to roll.
- Use different flavored kisses like white chocolate or strawberry for variation.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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