These pretty Strawberry Truffle Kiss Cookies are pink, sparkly, and taste amazing. These easy cake mix cookies are the perfect treat to fill your cookie jar with this month.
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I have a confession to make. When I was younger I used to be a tomboy that hated anything pink. This girl grew up climbing trees and riding horses.
I’m pretty sure my husband doesn’t believe that at all because now I am the biggest girly girl. But somewhere there are pictures to prove it.
When we were expecting our daughter, I didn’t want anyone to buy pink baby clothes. Ruffles and bows were allowed either. Don’t even get me started on bows that are bigger than babies heads. I’m still not a fan at all! But that’s just my preference. If you love them, you do you
Fast forward a few years, and now I’m all about pink. Pink shoes, pink sweatshirts, pink phone case…you name it, I probably want it pink.
I’m not sure what ever happened to the tomboy in me or why I ever hated pink. The funny thing is that pink is really one of the best colors for my daughter and I to wear. Maybe that’s why I am embracing it now.
Cake Mix Cookies
Another thing that I am totally 100% embracing are cake mix cookies.
Years ago I made these Vanilla Fudge Whoopie Pies, and over the years I have made so many variations using a simple cake mix. Triple Chip Red Velvet, Chocolate Mint, Cinnamon Caramel... have you made cookies from cake mix yet? It is so much fun to come up with different mix-ins for each one.
To make cake mix cookies you beat together the dry mix along with some butter, egg, and cream cheese. Then add your favorite candy or cookies to the dough. The end result is a puffy, chewy cookie that is amazing!
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, I couldn’t wait to make another easy cookie in my favorite color. Use a strawberry cake mix and strawberry extract to make an easy strawberry cookie dough.
The truffle kiss on top of the pink cookies make these look just like the classic peanut butter blossom cookies.
How to make Strawberry Truffle Kiss Cookies:
- Unwrap the Hershey kisses and place them in a bowl in the freezer.
- Mix together the cake mix, butter, egg, extract, and cream cheese until a soft dough forms.
- Refrigerate the dough for at least 60 minutes.
- Roll into 48 balls and roll in pink sanding sugar.
- Bake for 8 minutes. Let cool on the pan for a few minutes, then remove and place on wax paper.
- Press a frozen kiss into the top of each warm cookie. Let set until completely cool.
Strawberry, chocolate, and pink sparkles…what are you waiting for? Get to work baking a batch of these easy strawberry cookies for dessert tonight.
More easy cake mix cookies you may like:
- Funfetti Birthday Cake M&M Cookies
- Chocolate Chip Cookies & Cream Cookies
- Carrot Cake Cookies
- Chocolate Chip Cookies and Cream Cookies
- Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies
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Strawberry Truffle Kiss Cookies
These easy strawberry cookies start with a cake mix. Adding pink sanding sugar and chocolate kiss candies turn them into a cookie that everyone will want to snack on.
Ingredients
- 1 strawberry cake mix
- 8 Tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon strawberry extract
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- pink sanding sugar
- 48 chocolate truffle kisses
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Take the wrappers off the Hershey kisses and place them in a bowl and into the freezer.
- Combine the dry cake mix, butter, egg, and extract and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Add the cream cheese and mix in completely. Refrigerate the dough for at least 60 minutes.
- Roll into 48 dough balls and roll in sanding sugar.
- Bake for 8 minutes. Let set on the hot cookie tray for 2 minutes before removing and placing on parchment paper.
- Top each cookie with a frozen kiss. Let cool completely before placing in a sealed container on the counter.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 48 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 104Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 40mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 0gSugar: 7gProtein: 1g
*The post for Strawberry Truffle Kiss Cookies was first published on February 2, 2015. The photos and post have been updated and republished on February 4, 2020.
Ashley says
I know this may be a dumb question but about how big did you make the cake balls? (Sorry I know that sounds harsh) ??♀️
Jocelyn says
Not a dumb question at all. I rolled the dough into 48 balls. If you are using a scoop or spoon, they will be about one Tablespoon in size. I hope that helps and you enjoy the cookies.
Lori Borrowman says
These look like fun. In everything I do I use ice cream scoops to get the exact size I want. By any chance, do you know the small size scoop that is best. to use(maybe the diameter of the scoop?)
Jocelyn says
If I had to guess I would say a 1 Tablespoon scoop should work. If you have a 2 Tablespoon, just divide each one in half and then roll.
Lori Borrowman says
The TBSP scoop worked great. It made 38 cookies. I used one whole 3.25 Oz. Jar of the sanding sugar. I left my dough in the refrigerator for 1.5 hours. The dough was great. And I put the dough back in the refrigerator after every cookie sheet. Now, thinking St. Patty’s Day…..
Thanks for this recipe!!!
Alice says
How much of each item do you add to the cake mix? I got the directions but couldn’t find the measurements. Thanks, Alice
Jocelyn says
If you scroll to the very bottom of the post (past all the pictures) you will find a printable recipe card with the ingredient list and instructions. I hope that helps and you have fun making the cookies.
Pete Mathis says
Could I skip the extract and pink sugar by rolling ball in strawberry jello mix?
Jocelyn says
I have never tried that, but I think that could work. The Jello powder may bake into the cookies more than the sugar does, but it should give it a good flavor. Keep me posted on how it works if you try it!
Karen says
I made the Strawberry Truffle Kiss cookies for a baby shower. The Hot Pink Sprinkles were appropriate for, “It’s a Girl!!!” The cookies were a hit!! They are delicious & so easy to make. Freezing the kisses is such a wonderful baking tip!!!!! Thank you, Jocelyn.
Cecilia Bibiloni says
The picture of these gorgeous cookies caught my eye immediately. I’ll be making these tomorrow to share on Valentine’s Day Thursday. I even ordered the strawberry extract from Amazon. Thank you for sharing this recipe.
KT says
These were so easy, delicious, and festive looking! They were a big hit at my daughter’s Sweetheart Dance. I will be making them again for sure! Thank you 🙂
Donna says
I made these today following a similar recipe I found on Facebook. That recipe said to use a cakemix, but didn’t day what flavor and then add good coloring. When I shopped, I saw the strawberry mix and decided that would be tastier and save the step of working in the food coloring. Mine came out great! I just used milk chocolate kisses. Chilling the dough made it easy to roll.
Jocelyn says
I agree that the strawberry cake mix makes them taste better! I’m glad you enjoyed the cookies.
Ramya says
Hello
These look amazing????Planning to make these for my daughter’s bday party and I want to bake them ahead of time.. how many days will they stay fresh on the counter?r
Jocelyn says
These cookies stay soft for a few days, as long as you keep them in a sealed container. I hope you enjoy the cookies and have a great bday party for your daughter!
Gail Springsteen says
I forgot strawberry extract. Would they still be okay w/o it?
Jocelyn says
Yes, they will be fine without it. The extract just gives it a stronger strawberry taste, but the cake mix has quite a bit of strawberry taste too! I hope you enjoy them!
TeeTee says
Have you ever tried it with just the milk chocolate kisses.
Jocelyn says
I haven’t, but I think they would be just fine!
Tiffany says
These cookies look amazing and I can’t wait to try them. However, I’m not a fan of cream cheese. Is that a deal breaker or could I use something else?
Jocelyn says
I promise that you can’t even taste the cream cheese in these cookies. It just makes the cookie so soft and delicious. If you still don’t want to use it, you can leave it out.
Lilly says
when you roll the ball are you supposed to punch a small depresion in the center for the kisses to sit in once baked. In the picture there I a depression in the center of the cookie. Please explain. According to directions they are baked while still in a solid ball. Thanks
Jocelyn says
No, you bake the cookie in a ball. The cookies are soft when they come out of the oven, so when you press the frozen kiss into it, it leaves an impression.
Candice says
Hi!! I’m so looking forward to making your cookies for my church valentine’s day party however like others I have had trouble finding strawberry extract! I did find raspberry extract though! Which do you this will taste better in your opinion? Vanilla or raspberry?? Help! Thanks so much,
Candice
Jocelyn says
The strawberry cake mix is pretty flavorful, so I think either would be fine. I hope you enjoy the cookies!
Brittany bon says
I tried making these last night did step by step directions left dough in fridge for an hour. The dough was very sticky so I decided to make them anyways and they were not very good, I’ve always made cake mix cookies with oil not sure what happened ?
Jocelyn says
I am so sorry to hear these didn’t work for you. If your dough was sticky, it might have needed to sit in the fridge longer. You should be able to roll these in balls with no problem. I have made so many variations of cake mix cookies using the egg, butter, and cream cheese, so I know they work.
Amanda says
Hi Jocelyn!
I was wondering if you could use pureed strawberry as a substitute for the extract? Or something else besides vanilla? I am thinking that if you skip the strawberry you wouldn’t necessarily get the flavor you were going for, right?
Thanks for the recipe!
-Amanda
Jocelyn says
I would just use vanilla if that’s what you have on hand. I bake a lot so I have every flavor of extract in my cupboard and just used strawberry. The strawberry cake mix should have enough strawberry flavor for you. I don’t see why pureed strawberries wouldn’t work…I just haven’t tried it so I can’t say for sure.
Caitlin says
I can’t find strawberry extract anywhere. Where did you buy it? Can you substitute for vanilla extract? Excited to try these cookies!
Jocelyn says
Hi, Caitlin. I bought the extract at Walmart. They have quite a few different extracts in the baking aisle, but yes vanilla would work fine if you can’t find the strawberry one. I hope you love the cookies!
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel says
Oh my goodness, these are just so pretty! Pink cookies need to happen yearround.
ashley says
Tried to make these today and did exactly what the directions said but when I went to make my balls the dough was to sticky and wouldn’t roll …it just stuck to my fingers and made globs when I tried adding the pink sugar…so disappointed
Jocelyn Brubaker says
If the dough is sticky, you will need to refrigerate it until you can form a ball with the dough. I have made multiple versions of this cookie and have rolled it into balls every time.
Amanda says
Love how pink these are!!!!! So pretty 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you!!!
Yvonne [Tried and Tasty] says
Oh these are too cute & totally festive! Love them! Pink has never been my favorite color either, but when it comes to food – that’s a totally different story! I love pink desserts and treats and things, they are so pretty!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
I have to say I do love a good pink treat this time of year!!! It’s just so much fun!
Jacqui says
These sound amazing! I love strawberry truffle!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I love how pink these are! And those kisses are my downfall. OMG I’ve already eaten a whole bag!!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Hahaha! Yes! I bought 2 bags and before I knew it one bag was gone! Poof!!!
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
Say what? You were a tomboy? I would have never guessed! Love this flavor combo!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
I know, right? Not many people know that!!!
Jenny Flake says
What a cute Valentine cookie! Love those!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you Jenny 🙂
Michelle { A Latte Food } says
Purple and teal have always been my colors, but I’ve been coming around to pink–especially during this time of the year! And these look so festive and fun! And good, but that totally goes without saying 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker says
There is just something fun about pink food this time of year!
Maureen Blackburn says
Picked up a pkg. of the truffle kisses last week, and now I know why!!! Can’t wait to taste these!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
You are going to love them 🙂
Christine @ A Sprinkle of This and That says
oooooooh! Pretty, pink and sparkly! Love it!
Erin @ Simple, Sweet & Savory says
YUM! These look so cute and so delicious! Perfect for Valentine’s Day. Thanks for sharing!
Shelley says
Could you substitute the strawberry cake mix for cherry? I would love to use the kisses with the cherry centers!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Hi, Shelley. Yes, you can substitute any flavor cake mix that you prefer 🙂 Have fun playing with it!!!
Lynne @ 365 Days of Baking and More says
Pinned!
Jocelyn, these cookies are so pretty! I am and have always been all about the pink, but I am certainly with you on those baby bows! They have just never been for me.
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Hahaha! I’m glad you think the same about the bows 😉
Miranda @ Cookie Dough & Oven Mitt says
These look fantastic! I love the pink sprinkles. Not only are they absolutely gorgeous, but I bet those sprinkles add a nice crunch to the cookies.
Jocelyn Brubaker says
The sugar does add a little bit of a crunch when you bite into the cookie…not much but a slight one!
heather+@french+press says
I don’t know that I would consider myself a girly girl, but I do LOVE pink, and these cookies would make a terrific valentines day treat
Jen @ Baked by an Introvert says
I love the pink cookies! They are so pretty, Jocelyn.
Aimee @ ShugarySweets says
THese are so pretty. Me and my girls would chow down on anything pink!!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you!!!
Cookbook+Queen says
These are GORGEOUS!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you so much!!!
Beth says
I’m not a pink person, but I am a cookie person, and when it comes to Valentine’s Day I decide to like pink for about a month 🙂 I love these Jocelyn! Definitely something I’d make!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
I don’t usually do pink food either, but something about this month has me pulling out all the pinks and reds!!!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
These cookies are the perfect combination of pink, Jocelyn! I love the strawberry flavor in here! Sounds like the perfect cookie for Valentine’s Day, or just when you’re in the mood for something girly and pink! 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Yes, perfect for Valentine’s day or a girly baby shower or party, or just when you need a pretty pink treat 🙂
Mir says
I’m all about pink now, too! And I wasn’t when I was younger. Maybe we’re just older and wiser.
I love cake mix cookies! AND you covered them with sprinkles! Perfect flavor for Valentine’s, too.
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Yes, older and wiser 🙂 Love it! Cake mix cookies are probably my favorite to do!