Description
Soft, chewy, and full of rich peanut butter flavor, these 6-Ingredient Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies are a classic treat that’s perfect for holidays, parties, or a quick dessert fix. With just a handful of pantry staples and under 20 minutes from start to finish, these cookies are an easy favorite for all skill levels.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 24 unwrapped Hershey Kisses
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until creamy (2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough and roll into 1 ¼-inch balls. Place on the baking sheet, spacing 2-3 inches apart.
- Bake for 8 minutes, or until edges are set.
- Immediately press a Hershey Kiss into the center of each cookie. Allow to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature or freeze for up to 3 months.
- For a festive touch, roll dough balls in granulated sugar or colored sprinkles before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: ~110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg