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Strawberry Kiss Cookies Recipe

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Strawberry Kiss Cookies are delightful soft sugar cookies made with Funfetti sugar cookie mix and cream cheese, rolled in pink or white sanding sugar or non-pareils for a sweet, crunchy coating. Each cookie is topped with a Hershey’s Strawberry Ice Cream Cone Kiss, creating a perfect blend of creamy, fruity, and sugary flavors ideal for parties or everyday treats.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 (16 oz) bag Funfetti sugar cookie mix
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 large egg

Coating and Topping

  • ½ cup pink or white sanding sugar or non-pareils
  • 18 Hershey’s Strawberry Ice Cream Cone Kisses

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Prepare Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Funfetti sugar cookie mix, softened cream cheese, and egg. Mix thoroughly until a soft, pliable dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Prepare Coating: Pour the pink or white sanding sugar or non-pareils into a shallow bowl, ready for rolling the cookie dough balls to add a sparkly, crunchy texture.
  4. Shape Dough Balls: Using a 1½ tablespoon scoop, portion out the dough and roll each scoop in the sanding sugar or non-pareils, shaping into smooth, round balls for uniform baking and appearance.
  5. Chill Dough (If Needed): If the dough feels too sticky to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for 30–60 minutes to firm up, making it easier to scoop and roll.
  6. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the rolled dough balls on the parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 1½ inches apart to allow room for spreading as they bake.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 12 minutes, or until the cookie edges are set but the centers remain soft for a tender texture.
  8. Add Hershey’s Kiss: After baking, let the cookies cool for 3 to 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then gently press one Hershey’s Strawberry Ice Cream Cone Kiss into the center of each cookie while warm to slightly melt and adhere.
  9. Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet or a wire rack before serving, or enjoy them warm for a gooey, fresh-from-the-oven treat.

Notes

  • If the dough is sticky and difficult to work with, chilling helps firm it up for easier shaping.
  • Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
  • Spacing cookies properly on the baking sheet is essential to avoid merging as they spread.
  • Pressing the Hershey’s Kiss while cookies are still warm helps it adhere and slightly melt for better flavor integration.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.

Keywords: Strawberry Kiss Cookies, Funfetti sugar cookies, cream cheese cookies, Hershey’s Kiss cookies, holiday cookies, funfetti dessert, soft sugar cookies

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