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These delightful pink-hued cookies combine the sweet essence of fresh strawberries with rich chocolate kisses. Each tender cookie is topped with a chocolate kiss centerpiece, creating an elegant treat that's both visually stunning and wonderfully flavorful. They make the perfect addition to any dessert tray.
This treasured recipe evolved from a Valentine's Day treat into a year-round favorite. The combination of fruity cookie base and chocolate topping creates an irresistible flavor that appeals to all ages.
Key Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter: Should be softened but still slightly cool to touch
- Strawberry Gelatin: Provides natural color and authentic fruit flavor
- Large Egg: Must be at room temperature for proper incorporation
- Pure Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor profile
- Milk Chocolate Kisses: Have ready before baking begins
- All-Purpose Flour: Measure carefully using the scoop and level method
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Step-by-Step Method
- Step 1:
- Set butter and egg out to reach room temperature
- Step 2:
- Cream butter until light and fluffy
- Step 3:
- Gradually incorporate sugar while mixing continuously
- Step 4:
- Add egg to a separate bowl first to check for shells
- Step 5:
- Blend in vanilla extract just until combined
- Step 6:
- Add gelatin powder gradually while mixing
- Step 7:
- Combine dry ingredients separately
- Step 8:
- Mix in flour mixture in three batches
- Step 9:
- Form uniform dough balls
- Step 10:
- Create indentations using gentle pressure
- Step 11:
- Bake until edges are just set
- Step 12:
- Top with chocolate kisses while hot
Serving Suggestions
Display cookies in a spiral pattern on a serving platter, allowing the chocolate peaks to create an appealing visual rhythm.
Storage Instructions
Store between sheets of wax paper in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent sticking.
These cookies have become a cherished family tradition, with even the smallest bakers taking pride in creating the perfect thumbprint wells for the chocolate kisses.
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This recipe brings together generations in the kitchen, creating both delicious cookies and lasting memories. The combination of strawberry and chocolate has made these treats a permanent part of our family's baking legacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I get these cookies ready in advance?
- Absolutely! Keep them in a sealed container for up to five days, or freeze them for as long as three months.
- → Why do my cookies flatten too much?
- Make sure the butter isn’t overly soft. If the dough feels warm, chill it in the fridge before baking.
- → Is it okay to use gelatin without sugar?
- Yep, sugar-free gelatin works fine, though it might alter the sweetness and consistency slightly.
- → When should I pop the chocolate kiss on top?
- Press kisses into the cookies when they’re warm but not hot, roughly 2-3 minutes after you take them out of the oven.
- → Do I really need the almond extract?
- You can skip it if you’d like, or swap it out for extra vanilla extract instead.