Preheat: Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend), 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a larger bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend), 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt
Add Strawberries: Stir in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
Roll and Bake: Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place balls 2 inches apart on baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
Add the Kisses: Immediately after removing the cookies from the oven, press a Strawberry Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie.
24 Strawberry Hershey's Kisses, unwrapped
Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
