Pumpkin Spice Kiss Cookies Recipe

Name: Pumpkin Spice Kiss Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature; 1 cup granulated sugar, divided; ½ cup dark brown sugar; ⅓ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling); ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup all-purpose flour; ½ cup all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, divided; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided; ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves; ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ¼ teaspoon baking powder; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 (8 ounce) bag Hershey chocolate kisses, unwrapped (preferably Pumpkin Spice flavor)

Servings: persons

½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar, divided
½ cup dark brown sugar
⅓ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, divided
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) bag Hershey chocolate kisses, unwrapped (preferably Pumpkin Spice flavor)

1
Line 2 large cookie sheets with silpats or parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer beat the butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar and the brown sugar together on medium speed 2 minutes.
3
Add the pumpkin and vanilla beat on low 1 minute.
4
In a small bowl whisk together the flour, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, cloves, ginger, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
5
Add to the sugar mixture and beat on low just until combined.
6
Refrigerate 1 hour (or longer).
7
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Whisk the remaining 1/2 cup sugar with 2 tablespoons cinnamon in a wide, shallow bowl.
8
Scoop up level tablespoons of the dough and roll into a ball then roll in cinnamon sugar.
9
Place on cookie sheets 2 inches apart and bake 12 minutes.
10
Remove from oven and press a kiss into the center of each one.
11
Cool completely on wire racks.
12
Store in tightly covered containers up to a week.

824

kcal

Calories

Fat

133

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature, 1 cup granulated sugar, divided, ½ cup dark brown sugar, ⅓ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling), and more.

Yes, Pumpkin Spice Kiss Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pumpkin Spice Kiss Cookies

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