Ingredients
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- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (at room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 2 cups + 2 tbsp (280g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry-flavored gelatin mix
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 24-30 chocolate kiss candies (unwrapped)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the egg, vanilla, and optional almond extract, mixing until combined. Gradually mix in the strawberry gelatin powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly incorporate this into the wet ingredients until a soft, pink dough forms. Add more flour if the dough is sticky.
- Scoop one tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place on a lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the chilled dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each. Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are set and centers look soft.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for 2 minutes. While still warm, gently press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
These cookies are perfect for sharing and can be adjusted with different flavored gelatins or nuts for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg