Description
Soft, chewy peanut butter cookies rolled in sugar and topped with a Hershey’s chocolate kiss. This classic treat is perfect for holidays or everyday baking.
Ingredients
¾ cup creamy peanut butter (188g)
½ cup unsalted butter, softened (113g)
½ cup granulated sugar, plus more for rolling (100g)
½ cup packed light brown sugar (110g)
¼ teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour (180g)
½ teaspoon baking soda
36 Hershey’s chocolate kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt until creamy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined and scrape down the bowl.
4. Mix in the flour and baking soda until the dough comes together.
5. Scoop and roll dough into 1-inch balls, then roll in extra sugar.
6. Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.
7. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until puffed and cracked.
8. Immediately press a Hershey’s kiss into the center of each cookie.
9. Let cookies cool completely on the pan so the chocolate sets.
10. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
Avoid overbaking to keep cookies soft.
If desired, freeze Hershey’s kisses for 10 minutes before using to prevent melting.
Measure flour properly to avoid dry cookies.
Let kids help with unwrapping kisses and rolling dough for a fun baking activity.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cookies Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American