Soft, pink, and irresistibly sweet
These Strawberry Kiss Cookies are the perfect blend of soft, buttery cookie dough and sweet strawberry flavor, finished with a chocolate kiss right in the center. They’re festive, fun, and incredibly easy—making them ideal for Valentine’s Day, baby showers, holidays, or anytime you want a pretty pink dessert. With just a few pantry staples and a box of strawberry cake mix, these cookies come together fast, saving time while still feeling homemade. Each bite is tender, slightly chewy, and kissed with chocolate goodness. These are the kind of cookies that disappear quickly, so you might want to make a double batch!
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Servings: About 24 cookies
📝 Ingredients List
- 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
- 24 chocolate kiss candies, unwrapped
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small bowl (for powdered sugar)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the dough: In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil until a thick, sticky dough forms. 🍓
- Shape the cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls.
- Coat in sugar: Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar until fully coated for that crackly look. ✨
- Bake: Place cookies 2 inches apart and bake for 10–12 minutes, until puffed and set but still soft.
- Add the kiss: Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each hot cookie. Don’t worry if the edges crack—that’s perfect! 🍫
- Cool: Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
💡 Pro Tips
- Don’t overbake: Cookies should look slightly underdone in the center for the softest texture.
- Flavor swap: Try white chocolate or strawberry-filled kisses for a fun twist.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Make ahead: Dough can be chilled for up to 24 hours if you want to prep in advance.