Description
These Homemade Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies combine the rich, creamy flavor of peanut butter with the sweet touch of chocolate kisses on top, creating a classic, nostalgic treat perfect for any occasion. Soft and chewy with a slightly crisp edge, these cookies are easy to make and delightfully satisfying.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Topping
- 24 chocolate kisses
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature by the time the dough is ready.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture in the cookies.
- Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined to add richness and flavor to the dough.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing which can make cookies tough.
- Form the cookie dough balls: Roll the dough into small balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place them evenly spaced on a lined baking sheet to allow room for spreading.
- Bake the cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden, indicating they are baked through but still soft inside.
- Add chocolate kisses: Immediately after removing the cookies from the oven, press one chocolate kiss into the center of each warm cookie so it slightly melts and adheres.
- Cool the cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set the shape, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving for the best texture.
Notes
- Use softened butter for easier creaming and better texture.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender.
- Press the chocolate kisses onto warm cookies so they melt slightly.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a festive look, use colored or flavored chocolate kisses.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
