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Best Soft Strawberry Kiss Cookies


  • Author: Marlene Quinn
  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously soft cookies with a buttery base and a bright strawberry filling, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • Strawberry jam or melted strawberry chocolate, for filling
  • Optional: lemon zest, flaky sea salt, or almond extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg yolk and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just combined.
  6. Chill the dough for 20–30 minutes.
  7. Scoop tablespoons of dough, roll into balls, and place on the sheets.
  8. Press a small indentation into each ball and fill with strawberry jam or chocolate.
  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar and cool on a wire rack.

Notes

Chill the dough for easier handling and avoid overfilling the jam wells.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: cookies, strawberry, dessert, baking, soft cookies