If you’re craving a taste of fall with a sweet twist, look no further than our delightful Pumpkin Spice Kisses Cookies recipe. These cookies are bursting with warm spices and topped with a lovely Hershey’s Pumpkin Spice Kiss for an extra dose of autumn flavor. Perfect for cozy afternoons or as a sweet treat at gatherings, these cookies are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Let’s get baking!
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**Pumpkin Spice Kisses Cookies**
**Ingredients:**
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
– 1 bag Hershey’s Pumpkin Spice Kisses, unwrapped
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves until well combined. Set aside.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating well until smooth.
5. Mix in the pumpkin puree until fully incorporated.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft cookie dough forms.
7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately press a Hershey’s Pumpkin Spice Kiss into the center of each cookie.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these Pumpkin Spice Kisses Cookies with a cup of hot tea or coffee for a cozy fall treat that’s sure to please your taste buds!
Voila! Your home will smell like a bakery, and your taste buds will thank you. These cookies are perfect for sharing with loved ones or indulging in a moment of self-care. Happy baking!
