Yes. The dough benefits from a short chill. You can scoop and freeze dough balls to bake later. Baked cookies keep well for a few days.

Why does my cookie spread too much?

If dough is overly soft or your kitchen is warm, chill the dough 30–60 minutes. Use parchment and do not flatten the balls before baking.

Can I make smaller or larger cookies?

Absolutely. Reduce or increase the scoop size and adjust the baking time. Smaller cookies need less time, larger ones need more. Watch the edges.

What if I cannot find the strawberry Kisses?

Substitute small strawberry candies or regular Kisses. Press gently at the end of baking so the candy sets into the warm cookie.

How do I keep non-pareils from staining my hands?

Roll cookies gently and refrigerate the dough for 15 minutes. The cooler surface reduces transfer. Wash hands quickly after rolling.

Strawberry Kiss Cookies

Name: Strawberry Kiss Cookies – Amazing Soft Valentine’s Delight
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (16 oz) bag Funfetti sugar cookie mix; 4 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 large egg; ½ cup pink or white sanding sugar or non-pareils; 18 Hershey’s Strawberry Ice Cream Cone Kisses

Description

Delightful strawberry cookies made with Funfetti mix and cream cheese, topped with Hershey’s Strawberry Ice Cream Cone Kisses.

Ingredients

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1 (16 oz) bag Funfetti sugar cookie mix
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 large egg
½ cup pink or white sanding sugar or non-pareils
18 Hershey’s Strawberry Ice Cream Cone Kisses

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix cookie mix, softened cream cheese, and egg until a soft dough forms.
Place sanding sugar or non-pareils in a shallow bowl.
Scoop dough using a 1½ tablespoon scoop, roll in sugar or non-pareils, and shape into smooth balls.
If dough is too sticky, chill for 30–60 minutes.
Arrange cookie balls on baking sheet about 1½ inches apart.
Bake 8–12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
Let cool for 3–5 minutes, then press a Hershey’s Kiss into each center.
Cool completely or enjoy warm.

Notes

Store cookies at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Chill the dough if it’s too sticky. For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg