Strawberry Kiss Cookies
Delightful cookies filled with vibrant strawberry jam and rich chocolate truffles, dusted with powdered sugar for a charming finish.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to creamy perfection
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar for that touch of sweetness
- 1 large egg binding everything together
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adding warmth and flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract optional for an extra layer of aroma
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour giving structure to your cookies
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder ensuring they rise beautifully
- 1/4 teaspoon salt enhancing all the flavors
- 2 tablespoons strawberry gelatin powder infusing vibrant strawberry essence
- 2 tablespoons milk making the dough smooth and pliable
For Filling and Topping
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam a delightful filling that steals the show
- 20 pieces chocolate truffle candies for a rich center of indulgence
- to taste powdered sugar for dusting, to finish with a charming touch
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) and mix until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and strawberry gelatin powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on a lined baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Fill each indentation with a small spoonful of strawberry jam and place a chocolate truffle candy in the center of the jam.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Once done, let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
To elevate your cookies, add chopped fresh strawberries to the dough or finely chopped nuts for crunch. Experiment with different types of jam like raspberry or cherry.