Sweet Strawberry Kiss Treats (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Moist Mix
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1 cup soft butter at room temp (226g)
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1 cup white sugar (200g)
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1 large egg at room temp
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon almond flavoring (skip if you want, but it really makes strawberry flavor shine!)
→ Powder Components
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2 cups regular flour (250g)
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 package (3 oz) strawberry jello powder
→ Final Additions
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24-30 unwrapped chocolate kisses
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1/4 cup confectioners sugar for sprinkling
# Preparation Steps:
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Combine butter and sugar in a large bowl and beat until fluffy and light, roughly 2-3 mins. Add your egg and flavor extracts, mixing till everything's blended smooth.
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Toss in your strawberry jello powder and mix thoroughly until your dough transforms into a lovely pink shade.
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In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add this to your pink mixture, stirring until you've got a soft, pink-colored dough.
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Take tablespoons of dough, roll into balls and arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Press your thumb into each ball to create a small dent for the chocolate later!
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Slide them into a 350°F oven and bake for 10-12 mins until they're firm but slightly soft in the middle. Let them sit on the tray for a few mins after baking.
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While the cookies are still warm, push a chocolate kiss into each thumbprint. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool all the way.
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After they've totally cooled and the chocolate has hardened, sprinkle lightly with confectioners sugar to give them a festive, snowy look!
# Additional Tips:
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Store these treats in an airtight box for up to 5 days
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You can make the dough ahead and keep it cold for up to 3 days
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Your cookies will turn out better if all ingredients start at room temperature