Valentine's Strawberry Kiss Cookies

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These Valentine's Strawberry Kiss Cookies transform simple ingredients into festive treats perfect for sharing love. Starting with a strawberry cake mix base, these cookies come together quickly and easily, requiring just a few ingredients like eggs, oil, and vanilla. Each pink-hued cookie is rolled in sugar for sparkle, then baked until perfectly soft and chewy. The finishing touch is a chocolate Hershey's Kiss pressed into the warm center, creating that classic kiss cookie look. Ready in just 20 minutes, these cookies combine the sweet taste of strawberries with rich chocolate for an irresistible Valentine's Day treat.
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These charming Valentine's Strawberry Kiss Cookies combine the sweetness of strawberries with rich chocolate kisses to create an irresistible treat. Each pink cookie offers the perfect balance of soft, chewy texture and smooth chocolate finish. After making countless batches for Valentine's celebrations, I've perfected the technique for achieving that ideal cookie texture.

Last February, I baked these for my daughter's class party, and watching the children's faces light up at the sight of pink cookies topped with chocolate kisses made all the effort worthwhile.

Essential Ingredients Guide

  • Strawberry cake mix: Creates consistently soft, flavorful cookies
  • Room temperature butter: Ensures proper dough consistency
  • Fresh Hershey's Kisses: Unwrap before baking for quick topping
  • Pure vanilla extract: Enhances the strawberry flavor
  • Quality powdered sugar: Creates the perfect coating

Creating Your Cookies

Mix The Base:
Combine ingredients with a light touch, stopping as soon as dough comes together. Overmixing leads to tough cookies.
Shape With Care:
Roll dough into uniform balls, about 1.5 inches each. Coat thoroughly in powdered sugar, ensuring even coverage.
Perfect The Press:
Add chocolate kisses immediately after baking while cookies are still warm. Press gently but firmly to create the right indentation.
Time The Cooling:
Allow cookies to set on baking sheet for exactly 5 minutes before moving to cooling rack. This prevents breaking.

My first batch taught me that timing is everything - adding the kisses too late means they won't stick properly to the cookies.

Presentation Magic

Create stunning cookie displays by:
Arranging in concentric circles on a Valentine's platter
Alternating milk and white chocolate kisses
Adding pink and red sprinkles for extra sparkle
Packaging in clear cellophane bags with ribbon

Creative Variations

Transform these cookies by:
Using different flavor cake mixes for unique colors
Swapping kiss varieties for different taste combinations
Rolling in colored sugar instead of powdered sugar
Adding strawberry extract for extra berry flavor

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Storage Solutions

Maintain freshness by:
Storing in airtight container with wax paper between layers
Keeping at room temperature up to 5 days
Freezing unfrosted cookies up to 3 months
Avoiding refrigeration which can dry them out

Temperature Management

Perfect your bake through:
Maintaining oven at exactly 350°F - use an oven thermometer
Bringing butter to 65°F for ideal creaming
Keeping dough cool between batches
Storing kisses at room temperature for proper consistency

Texture Engineering

Achieve ideal cookie texture by:
Measuring flour using the spoon-and-level method
Testing dough consistency - should hold shape when rolled
Watching for slight puffing during baking
Looking for matte finish on cookies' surface

Coating Techniques

Master the sugar coating:
Sift powdered sugar before rolling
Use gentle pressure when coating
Create double coating for prettier appearance
Tap off excess sugar before baking

Holiday Presentation

Elevate your gift giving:
Layer cookies in decorative Valentine's boxes
Create height variation in displays
Add fresh strawberries as garnish
Include handwritten recipe cards

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Production Line Efficiency

When making large batches:
Prep all kiss candies before starting
Set up assembly line style workspace
Use multiple baking sheets for continuous baking
Have cooling racks ready and positioned

These cookies have taught me that sometimes the simplest recipes create the most precious memories. Whether shared with classmates, given as gifts, or enjoyed at home, they bring a touch of pink sweetness to any Valentine's celebration.

Remember, baking isn't just about following a recipe - it's about creating moments of joy. Each perfectly placed kiss represents a small act of love, making these cookies more than just a treat, but a heartfelt expression of caring.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I make these cookies ahead of time?
Yes, they keep well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
→ Can I use different flavored cake mix?
Yes, any flavor cake mix works with this recipe method.
→ Why did my Kisses melt too much?
Let cookies cool slightly before adding Kisses, or chill briefly after adding them.
→ Can I freeze these cookies?
Yes, freeze for up to 3 months in an airtight container, without the Kisses.
→ What makes these cookies soft?
The cake mix and proper baking time ensure soft, chewy texture.

Valentine's Strawberry Kiss Cookies

Soft and chewy strawberry cookies made with cake mix and topped with chocolate Hershey's Kisses, creating the perfect Valentine's Day treat.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
20 Minutes

Category: Desserts & Baking

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 24 Servings (24 cookies)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Cookie Base

01 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
02 1/3 cup vegetable oil
03 2 large eggs
04 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Coating & Topping

05 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
06 24 Hershey's Kisses (milk or white chocolate)
07 Red and pink sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 02

Mix strawberry cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until well combined. Dough will be slightly sticky.

Step 03

Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough, roll into balls, and coat in granulated sugar. Place on prepared baking sheet 2 inches apart.

Step 04

Bake 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft. Immediately press a Hershey's Kiss into center of each cookie. Cool 5 minutes on sheet, then transfer to wire rack.

Notes

  1. Can use different chocolate Kiss varieties for variation
  2. Keeps up to 5 days in airtight container at room temperature

Tools You'll Need

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire cooling rack

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains eggs
  • Contains wheat (cake mix)
  • Contains dairy (chocolate)