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Easy Peanut Butter Kiss Cookie Recipe – Quick and Delicious
These peanut butter kiss cookies combine a soft, chewy peanut butter center with a rich chocolate Hershey’s Kiss on top. They are simple to prepare, wonderfully satisfying, and perfect for cookie trays, holidays, bake sales, or an everyday sweet treat.
Quick Overview
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Why Make This Recipe
- Simple ingredients: This recipe uses familiar pantry staples and requires no complicated techniques.
- Classic flavor combination: Creamy peanut butter and milk chocolate create a comforting flavor everyone loves.
- Great for sharing: These cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings, parties, cookie exchanges, and dessert platters.
- Easy to customize: You can adjust the toppings or add extra flavor with simple variations.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Hershey’s Kisses (for topping)
How to Make It
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare for baking by ensuring the oven reaches the correct temperature before the cookies go in.
In a mixing bowl, blend together peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Stir until the mixture is evenly combined and creamy, with no visible streaks of egg or peanut butter.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. This distributes the baking soda and salt evenly throughout the flour.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, combining until fully mixed. Add the flour mixture in portions and stir just until a cohesive cookie dough forms.
Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave space between the dough balls so the cookies have room to spread as they bake.
Bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes or until they start to turn golden. Watch the edges closely and avoid overbaking so the cookies retain a soft texture.
Remove from the oven and immediately press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie. Work while the cookies are hot so the chocolate can settle gently into the center.
Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling briefly on the baking sheet helps the cookies set before they are moved.
How to Serve It
- Serve the cookies with a glass of cold milk, hot coffee, or tea.
- Arrange them on a dessert platter with brownies, fudge, or other holiday cookies.
- Add them to a cookie gift box or wrap them individually for a thoughtful homemade treat.
How to Store It
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. Keep them in a single layer or separate layers with parchment paper to help protect the chocolate topping.
For longer storage, place the cookies in a freezer-safe container and freeze them. Thaw them at room temperature before serving. To refresh the texture, allow chilled or frozen cookies to come fully to room temperature rather than reheating them, which can soften or melt the Hershey’s Kisses.
Helpful Tips
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to help prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Avoid overbaking the cookies. Remove them when they start to turn golden so they remain tender.
- Press the Hershey’s Kisses into the cookies immediately after removing them from the oven while the cookies are still soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to reduce the chance of breaking.
Optional Variations
- Use chocolate, dark chocolate, or another flavored variety of Hershey’s Kisses for a different topping.
- Add a small amount of chopped peanuts to the dough for extra crunch.
- Sprinkle a little flaky salt over the cookies after adding the chocolate for a sweet-and-salty finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of peanut butter?
Yes. Creamy peanut butter works well for a smooth dough, while crunchy peanut butter can add extra texture.
When should I add the Hershey’s Kisses?
Press them into the cookies immediately after removing the cookies from the oven.
Why do the cookies need to cool on the baking sheet first?
The cookies are delicate when hot. Letting them cool for a few minutes helps them set before you move them to a wire rack.
Can I freeze these cookies?
Yes. Place fully cooled cookies in a freezer-safe container and thaw them at room temperature before serving.
Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies
These peanut butter kiss cookies combine a soft, chewy peanut butter center with a rich chocolate Hershey’s Kiss on top. They are simple to prepare and perfect for cookie trays or an everyday sweet treat.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 cup peanut butter Creamy peanut butter recommended
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar Packed brown sugar works best
- 2 large eggs Room temperature eggs are ideal
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
For topping
- 24 pieces Hershey's Kisses Use different flavored Kisses for variety
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, blend together peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, combining until fully mixed.
Baking
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes or until they start to turn golden.
- Remove from the oven and immediately press a Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. For longer storage, place the cookies in a freezer-safe container and freeze them. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
