Strawberry Kiss Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 large egg, at room temperature
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1 cup (226g) soft unsalted butter
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1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
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1 cup (200g) white sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
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1/4 tsp salt
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1 package (3 oz) strawberry-flavored gelatin powder
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2 cups (250g) plain all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
→ Finishing Touches
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1/4 cup powdered sugar for sprinkling
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24-30 unwrapped chocolate kiss candies
# Instructions:
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Whip together the butter and sugar for a few minutes until it's light and fluffy. Add the egg along with the extracts, mixing well until it's all combined and smooth.
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Sprinkle in the strawberry gelatin and stir everything until it's evenly mixed. You'll see the dough turn into this beautiful pink shade—so fun to watch!
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In a fresh bowl, whisk the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add this dry mix into your pink dough, blending just until the dough comes together nicely.
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Scoop out small amounts of dough (about a tablespoon each) and roll into balls. Spread them out on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and use your thumb to press a small dip into each one.
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Bake them in a 350°F oven for roughly 10-12 minutes. Look for them to get slightly cracked around the edges while staying soft inside.
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When the cookies are warm but not too hot, gently push a chocolate kiss into the dip you made earlier. Let the heat from the cookie help it stick in place.
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Once your cookies have cooled down completely, dust over a bit of powdered sugar to give them a snowy finishing touch!
# Notes:
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Great for a romantic day or festive gatherings
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Store them in a sealed container ahead of time
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Youngsters enjoy adding the chocolate kisses!