He continued his impressive form in the 2009–10 season, scoring 21 goals in 33 games and finishing the season as the second highest goal scorer in the Bundesliga after Edin Džeko, with 22. He was also included in the Bundesliga Team of the Season. Kießling finished the 2010–11 season with nine goal in 29 matches.
The player continued his remarkable form during the 2009–10 season, netting 21 goals in 33 games and finishing second among goal scorers in the Bundesliga behind Edin Džeko's 22. He was also chosen for the Bundesliga Team of the Year. Kießling wrapped up the 2010–11 season with nine goals in 29 matches.