Description

Classic holiday peanut butter cookies with a crinkly top, chewy center, and a Hershey’s Kiss pressed into the warm cookie. Easy to make and perfect for gifting.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1 cup (220g) packed brown sugar
1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup extra granulated sugar (for rolling)
36–40 Hershey’s Kisses

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
Add peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until just combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Optional: Chill dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading.
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and coat completely in extra granulated sugar.
Place balls on prepared baking sheets, 2 inches apart.
Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers look soft.
Immediately remove from oven and press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each warm cookie.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Ensure butter is softened but not melted. Do not overbake as cookies continue to cook on the hot pan. For nut-free versions, substitute sunflower seed butter. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 140
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 80
Fat: 7
Saturated Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 18
Fiber: 1
Protein: 3

Keywords: peanut butter cookies, holiday baking, christmas cookies, easy dessert, peanut butter blossoms, herseys kisses