Description
Delightful cookies combining the sweetness of strawberries with rich chocolate.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 2 cups + 2 tbsp (280g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry-flavored gelatin mix
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
- 24-30 chocolate kiss candies, unwrapped
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing until well combined.
- Mix in the strawberry-flavored gelatin powder until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft, pink dough forms.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into smooth balls. Place on a lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the chilled dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until the edges look set.
- Once baked, let them sit for 2 minutes before gently pressing a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely and dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
Chilling the dough is crucial to avoid spreading during baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American