GINGERBREAD KISSES

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Whether you call them kisses or hugs, these cookies show nothing but love when served warm from the oven. Typically made with a peanut butter dough, the ginger and spices in these thumbprints are a fun Christmastime spin on an all-time favorite. -

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 cup molasses
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup sugar
60 striped chocolate kisses, unwrapped

Steps:

  • Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in egg and molasses. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt and spices; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 4 hours., Preheat oven to 350°. Shape dough into sixty 1-in. balls; roll in sugar. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes., Press a chocolate kiss immediately into the center of each cookie. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Sameer Poudel
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These gingerbread kisses are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for the holidays.


Muhammad Nafi
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These gingerbread kisses are a great way to use up leftover gingerbread dough. They're also a fun and easy activity to do with kids.


Sharief Kamaldien
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I love the way these gingerbread kisses look. They're so festive and they're sure to impress your guests.


Scott A. whetsell
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These gingerbread kisses are a delicious and festive treat. They're perfect for any holiday party or gathering.


Tshepo Isaac Ratsaka
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I've made these gingerbread kisses several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


William Jean
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These gingerbread kisses are the perfect holiday gift. They're festive and delicious, and they're sure to put a smile on anyone's face.


Shauna Lee
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I'm not a big fan of gingerbread, but I still really enjoyed these kisses. They're not too sweet and the molasses gives them a nice depth of flavor.


Enos Mbokani
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These gingerbread kisses are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that you can make them ahead of time and freeze them, so they're perfect for busy holiday season.


Yushen Kaveesh
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I made these gingerbread kisses for my Christmas party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Khursad Alam
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I've been making these gingerbread kisses for years and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of chewy and crispy, and the molasses gives them a delicious warm flavor.


Zaref Gul
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These gingerbread kisses are the perfect holiday treat! They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.