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Delightfully Soft Strawberry Kiss Cookies with Creamy Frosting and Sprinkles

Indulge in the sweet bliss of Strawberry Kiss Cookies – soft, chewy cookies that melt in your mouth with every delightful bite

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Delightfully Soft Strawberry Kiss Cookies with Creamy Frosting and Sprinkles
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JUE

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Creating Your Masterpiece

Storing Cookies:
Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. This keeps them soft and fresh for several days. If storing for a longer period, consider freezing them to preserve their quality.
Garnishing with Sprinkles:
Immediately add rainbow sprinkles to the frosted cookies for a fun and festive look. This step adds a delightful crunch and color, making the cookies even more enticing for parties and special occasions.
Frosting Cookies:
Once the cookies are fully cooled, generously frost each one with the strawberry buttercream. Use a spatula or piping bag for a decorative touch. The frosting not only adds flavor but also enhances visual appeal.
Making Frosting:
Beat the softened butter until creamy before gradually adding the powdered sugar and heavy cream. This process helps create a smooth, fluffy frosting that is easy to spread. Adjust the consistency with more cream or powdered sugar based on your preference.
Cooling Cookies:
After baking, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This resting period helps maintain their shape and prevents them from breaking when moved. Cooling completely before frosting is important to achieve a perfect finish.
Portioning Dough:
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough onto the baking sheet. This ensures that all cookies are uniform in size, which promotes even baking. Space each cookie two inches apart to allow for spreading as they bake.
Folding in Ingredients:
When adding the strawberry puree and chocolate chips, use a gentle folding technique. This helps maintain the airiness of the dough, ensuring that the cookies remain soft and chewy instead of dense. Be careful not to overmix at this stage.
Whisking Dry Ingredients:
Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl to evenly distribute the leavening agents and prevent clumping. Whisking these dry ingredients ensures that they will be blended uniformly into the dough, contributing to even baking and texture in the cookies.
Creaming Butter and Sugars:
Start by creaming the softened butter with both granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy. This process incorporates air into the mixture, which is essential for achieving a light, tender texture in the finished cookies. Ensure that your butter is at room temperature for best results.
Delightfully Soft Strawberry Kiss Cookies with Creamy Frosting and Sprinkles

The Complete Guide to Mastering Strawberry Kiss Cookies

Storing Cookies:
Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. This keeps them soft and fresh for several days. If storing for a longer period, consider freezing them to preserve their quality.
Garnishing with Sprinkles:
Immediately add rainbow sprinkles to the frosted cookies for a fun and festive look. This step adds a delightful crunch and color, making the cookies even more enticing for parties and special occasions.
Frosting Cookies:
Once the cookies are fully cooled, generously frost each one with the strawberry buttercream. Use a spatula or piping bag for a decorative touch. The frosting not only adds flavor but also enhances visual appeal.
Making Frosting:
Beat the softened butter until creamy before gradually adding the powdered sugar and heavy cream. This process helps create a smooth, fluffy frosting that is easy to spread. Adjust the consistency with more cream or powdered sugar based on your preference.
Cooling Cookies:
After baking, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This resting period helps maintain their shape and prevents them from breaking when moved. Cooling completely before frosting is important to achieve a perfect finish.
Portioning Dough:
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough onto the baking sheet. This ensures that all cookies are uniform in size, which promotes even baking. Space each cookie two inches apart to allow for spreading as they bake.
Folding in Ingredients:
When adding the strawberry puree and chocolate chips, use a gentle folding technique. This helps maintain the airiness of the dough, ensuring that the cookies remain soft and chewy instead of dense. Be careful not to overmix at this stage.
Whisking Dry Ingredients:
Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl to evenly distribute the leavening agents and prevent clumping. Whisking these dry ingredients ensures that they will be blended uniformly into the dough, contributing to even baking and texture in the cookies.
Creaming Butter and Sugars:
Start by creaming the softened butter with both granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy. This process incorporates air into the mixture, which is essential for achieving a light, tender texture in the finished cookies. Ensure that your butter is at room temperature for best results.
Pro Tips for Perfect Cookies
Allow the cookies to cool completely before frosting to prevent the icing from melting.
Store cookies in a single layer to maintain their soft texture.
Freeze unbaked cookie dough for up to 3 months; just scoop and bake from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.
Experiment with different flavored extracts like almond or hazelnut for a unique twist.
Delightfully Soft Strawberry Kiss Cookies with Creamy Frosting and Sprinkles

Delightfully Soft Strawberry Kiss Cookies with Creamy Frosting and Sprinkles

Indulge in the sweet bliss of Strawberry Kiss Cookies – soft, chewy cookies that melt in your mouth with every delightful bite. Made with fresh strawberries, creamy butter, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies offer a perfect balance of sweetness and tangy freshness. Each cookie is adorned with a luscious buttercream frosting, inviting you to savor their rich, delightful flavors. The cookies' fluffy texture combined with the smooth frosting creates a delightful contrast that will leave you craving more. Perfect for birthday parties, holiday celebrations, or as a sweet treat to brighten up your day, these cookies are sure to bring smiles to everyone. With every bite, you’re not just tasting a cookie; you're experiencing a moment of joy that warms your heart. Bake a batch today and share the love with family and friends!

Delightfully Soft Strawberry Kiss Cookies with Creamy Frosting and Sprinkles
Prep Time
30 Minutes
Cook Time
12 Minutes
Total Time
42 Minutes
Chef
JUE
Category
Dessert
Difficulty
Medium
Cuisine
American
Yield
24 cookies
Dietary
Vegetarian
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Ingredients

For the Cookies:
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup brown sugar, packed
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
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1/2 cup white chocolate chips
For the Frosting:
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3 cups powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons heavy cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Rainbow sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

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Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
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Step 3: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
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Step 4: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Step 5: Gently fold in the strawberry puree and white chocolate chips to create a colorful and flavorful dough.
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Step 6: Using a cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
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Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
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Step 8: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Step 9: Meanwhile, prepare the frosting by beating the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
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Step 10: Once the cookies are completely cool, frost each cookie generously with the strawberry buttercream and add rainbow sprinkles on top for a festive touch.
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Step 11: Enjoy your Strawberry Kiss Cookies with a glass of milk or share them at your next gathering!
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Step 12: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.