Description
These Homemade Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies are a classic holiday treat that is sure to please. Buttery, peanutty cookies with a sweet surprise in the center—Hershey’s Kisses! Perfect for festive gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Additional:
- Extra granulated sugar for rolling
- About 24 Hershey’s Kisses (unwrapped)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
- Roll and Bake: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in granulated sugar. Place on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cookies are just set and lightly golden.
- Add Kisses: Remove from the oven and immediately press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For best results, unwrap the kisses ahead of time and press them into the cookies right after baking so they set perfectly.
- You can also chill the dough for 30 minutes if you prefer thicker cookies.
