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Ingredients
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- 1 (15.25 ounce) box chocolate cake mix
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar or sprinkles for coating
- 36 chocolate kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, softened butter, and egg until smooth.
- Gradually stir in the chocolate cake mix until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop portions of dough and roll them into balls, about one tablespoon each.
- Roll each ball in granulated sugar or sprinkles for coating.
- Arrange dough balls on the baking sheets with 2 inches space between them.
- Bake for 7–9 minutes, until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is thoroughly softened for a smooth dough.
Do not overbake; cookies will continue to set after removal from the oven.
Try different flavors of kisses for unique variations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg