Strawberry Kiss Cookies Recipe – Soft, Chewy & Easy Dessert

 Strawberry Kiss Cookies (Soft & Chewy)

These Strawberry Kiss Cookies are soft, buttery, and melt right in your mouth. Made with strawberry cake mix, cream cheese, and topped with a classic chocolate Hershey’s Kiss, these cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day, parties, or anytime you’re craving something sweet and pretty.

🕒 Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes

1. Chill Time: 1 hour
2. Cook Time: 10 minutes
3. Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
4. Yield: 30 cookies
5. Method: Baking
6. Cuisine: American
7. Diet: Vegetarian

📝 Ingredients

1. 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
2. ½ cup (8 tbsp) butter, melted & slightly cooled
3. 1 large egg
4. 4 oz cream cheese, softened
5. Optional: powdered sugar or pink sanding sugar
6. 30 Hershey’s Chocolate Kisses, unwrapped

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix strawberry cake mix, melted butter, and egg until smooth.
2. Add cream cheese and beat until thick, creamy, and fully combined.
3. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
5. Scoop dough into 1-tablespoon balls.
6. Roll in powdered sugar or pink sugar if desired.
7. Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft.
8. Let cookies rest for 1–2 minutes, then gently press a chocolate kiss into the center.
9. Transfer to a wire rack and allow to cool completely.

💡 Tips & Notes

1. Chilling the dough keeps cookies thick and chewy.
2. Small cracks are normal when adding the chocolate kiss.
3. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.