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Christmas Hershey Kiss Cookies

Irresistible Christmas Hershey Kiss Cookies for Holiday Cheer

Experience the joy of festive baking with these Christmas Hershey Kiss Cookies, featuring a delightful contrast of ginger, cinnamon, and creamy chocolate kisses.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 38 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure; ensure proper rising by whisking with baking soda and salt.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Acts as a leavening agent; essential for achieving a light texture.
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt Enhances flavor; use sparingly.
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger Gives warm spice flavor; can substitute with fresh ginger.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warmth and sweetness; essential spice for holiday flavors.
  • 1 pinch nutmeg Provides a subtle spice; use sparingly.
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter Should be at room temperature for even mixing.
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar Contributes sweetness and moisture.
  • 0.5 cups molasses Ensures a distinct gingerbread flavor.
  • 1 large egg Should also be at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor; essential for rounding out the cookie's taste.
For Rolling
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Coating for added sweetness and texture.
For the Topping
  • 24 pieces Hershey's Milk Chocolate Kisses Feel free to switch to dark chocolate Kisses based on preference.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt, 2 teaspoons of ground ginger, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and a pinch of nutmeg.
  2. In a stand mixer, beat ¾ cup of room-temperature unsalted butter and 1 cup of dark brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  3. Add ½ cup of molasses, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the creamed butter mixture, mixing on low speed until fully combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until incorporated.
  5. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator, scoop out about 1.5-inch portions, and roll each piece into a ball, then roll in granulated sugar.
  8. Bake the cookies for about 8 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the tops crinkle.
  9. Immediately press an unwrapped Hershey's Kiss into the center of each warm cookie.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use room temperature ingredients and monitor the baking time closely to maintain chewiness.

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