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Strawberry Kiss Cookies

A delightful treat that combines the sweetness of strawberry cake mix with rich chocolate Hershey Kisses, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1 box strawberry cake mix Preferred for its sweet strawberry flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Helps with dough consistency.
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with melted butter or coconut oil.
  • 2 large eggs Bind the ingredients together.
  • 1 tablespoon milk Adds moisture to the dough.
  • to taste Granulated sugar for rolling For coating the cookie balls.
  • 1 bag Hershey Kisses The star of the cookie, can use flavored Kisses if desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix the vegetable oil and the eggs together until well combined.
  2. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and the strawberry cake mix to the bowl. Stir until the mixture combines into cookie dough.
  3. Add the tablespoon of milk and mix until just combined.
  4. Use a number 30 cookie scoop or two tablespoons to form cookie balls.
  5. Roll each cookie ball in granulated sugar.
  6. Cover the bowl of cookie dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Bake one cookie sheet at a time for 8 to 10 minutes. Keep the rest of the cookie dough in the refrigerator while baking.
  3. As soon as the cookies come out of the oven, gently press a Hershey Kiss into the center of each cookie.
  4. Let the cookies cool before transferring them to storage.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze wrapped well to prevent freezer burn. Chilling the dough helps maintain cookie shape while baking.