Walnut Spice Kisses
Delightfully spiced and irresistibly nutty, Walnut Spice Kisses are the perfect treat to warm up your taste buds. These soft, buttery cookies are infused with cozy spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, creating a flavor that's gently reminiscent of autumn's embrace. Finely chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch to every bite, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance. Quick to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes in the oven, these cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or cozy nights in. Whether you enjoy them fresh and warm or saved as a delightful snack, Walnut Spice Kisses are sure to capture your heart—and your home will smell incredible while they bake!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the finely chopped walnuts using a spatula or wooden spoon.
Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set. Avoid overbaking to maintain a soft texture.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optionally, dust the cooled cookies lightly with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3297 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.7 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.7 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 478 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 752 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 386.4 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 231.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.8 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 944 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
