Description
How to make soft, pretty Strawberry Kiss Cookies with real strawberry flavor that are easy to bake and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- The Cookie Foundation:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- Strawberry Magic & Sweetness:
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberry powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dough/rolling)
- Finishing Touches:
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
- 2 tablespoons pink sanding sugar or sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This foundational step is key for soft Strawberry Kiss Cookies. Scrape down the sides of the bowl frequently to ensure even mixing.
- Add Wet: Beat in the room temperature egg, vanilla extract, and strawberry extract until fully combined and smooth. Ensuring the egg is at room temperature helps prevent curdling, creating a perfectly homogenous mixture for your cookies.
- Combine Dry: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, fine sea salt, and freeze-dried strawberry powder to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined; overmixing can make your delightful Strawberry Kiss Cookies tough.
- Roll & Bake: Roll portions of dough into 1-inch balls, then gently coat them in powdered sugar. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly set. Avoid overbaking for soft results.
- Decorate Cookies: Once cooled, if desired, melt white chocolate chips and drizzle artistically over the Strawberry Kiss Cookies. Finish with a sprinkle of pink sanding sugar or sprinkles for an extra pretty touch. This adds a lovely final flourish.
- Serve Fresh: Allow any chocolate drizzles to set completely before serving. These Soft & Pretty Strawberry Kiss Cookies are perfect for parties, gifts, or a comforting treat. Store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness.