Description
Classic peanut butter cookies topped with a chocolate kiss for the perfect nostalgic treat. These soft, chewy cookies with their signature chocolate center are a holiday favorite that never goes out of style.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- For the cookie dough:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- For assembly:
- 48 milk chocolate kisses, unwrapped
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter, and butter until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and vanilla until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Shape dough into 1-inch balls, then roll in remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
- Place balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until cookies are puffed and lightly cracked.
- Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie (cookies will crack further).
- Let cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
For best results, use fresh peanut butter (not natural/oily varieties). Store kisses in freezer for easier handling. Cookies keep in airtight container for 1 week or freeze for 3 months.