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My Strawberry Kiss Cookies story began during Valentine's season when I wanted to create something both pretty and delicious. Now they've become our family's favorite sweet treat for special occasions. The way that soft sugar cookie base wraps around cream cheese then gets crowned with a strawberry kiss creates pure magic in every bite. Plus they're just so pretty with their sparkly sugar coating.
Pure Sweet Joy
What I love most about these cookies is how quickly they come together with just a handful of ingredients. That combination of chewy cookie and creamy chocolate makes everyone smile. They've saved countless parties and celebrations in my house from Valentine's Day to baby showers.
Everything You'll Need
- Cookie Mix: One box of Funfetti makes life easier and prettier.
- Cream Cheese: Makes everything perfectly soft and puffy.
- Fresh Egg: Just one brings it all together.
- Sparkly Sugar: Pink or white both look magical.
- Strawberry Kisses: That perfect sweet finishing touch.
Let's Make Some Magic
- Creating Our Dough
- Mix everything together until it's perfectly soft and smooth. A little chill time makes it easier to handle when it's feeling sticky.
- The Pretty Part
- Scoop out little portions and roll them in that sparkly sugar watching them shimmer.
- Baking Time
- Into the oven they go just until their edges set but centers stay soft and pillowy.
- The Sweet Finish
- Let them cool just a bit then press those pretty pink kisses right in the center pure sweetness.
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My Kitchen Secrets
Pop that dough in the fridge if it's being stubborn about sticking. Keep your hands and scoop sugared for easier rolling. If you want those kisses to stay perfectly shaped let the cookies cool completely first. And don't be afraid to play with different colors and flavors to match your celebration.
Keeping Them Fresh
These little beauties stay perfect for about four days in a good container right on your counter. Need them to last longer? The fridge keeps them happy for a week. I often make extra to freeze they're like having a sweet surprise waiting for future celebrations.
Common Questions Solved
While butter can work in a pinch cream cheese really does make the fluffiest cookies. I love how easy they are to store whether on the counter for quick treats or in the freezer for later. They always taste just as wonderful as the day they were baked.
Making Them Extra Special
Sometimes I roll them in colorful sprinkles instead of sugar so festive. Those tiny heart sprinkles make them extra sweet for Valentine's Day. During holidays I'll match the sugar to the season red and green for Christmas pastels for Easter.
Perfect Partners
A cup of hot cocoa alongside makes everything cozier. When we're celebrating I love serving them with pink lemonade or sparkling punch. They look beautiful on a dessert table next to chocolate-covered strawberries creating the sweetest display.
Mix It Up Your Way
Feel free to swap in different kiss flavors dark chocolate makes them extra rich caramel adds such warmth. A tiny splash of almond extract in the dough creates something magical. Sometimes I mix strawberry powder into the sugar coating for extra berry flavor.
Why Everyone Loves Them
There's something special about these cookies beyond just how pretty they are. That perfect balance of soft cookie sparkly coating and creamy chocolate center makes them irresistible. They're simple enough for everyday but special enough for celebrations truly the best of both worlds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → How do I prevent the kisses from melting too much?
The cooling time before adding kisses determines how much they'll melt. Wait 3-5 minutes for soft kisses, or let cookies cool completely for firm kisses.
- → What if my dough is too sticky?
You can chill the dough for 30-60 minutes to make it easier to handle. Use sanding sugar to coat your hands and scoop like flour when rolling.
- → How long do these cookies keep?
Store at room temperature for 3-4 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for 2-3 months. Bring chilled cookies to room temperature before serving.
- → Can I use different kisses?
Yes, you can substitute regular chocolate kisses or other flavored varieties. The strawberry ones are festive for Valentine's Day but not required.
- → Why add cream cheese to cookie mix?
Cream cheese makes the cookies softer and adds richness to the premade mix. It also helps create a better texture than using the mix alone.
Conclusion
These shortcut cookies combine funfetti cookie mix with cream cheese for a soft base, coated in festive sprinkles and topped with melty strawberry kisses. Perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion.