Holiday Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies Recipe
These delightful cookies combine creamy peanut butter with a sweet chocolate kiss, making them a festive treat for the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 24 chocolate kisses unwrapped
- additional granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together baking soda, salt, and flour.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and coat them in granulated sugar.
- Place the balls on the baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
- Press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie immediately after baking.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Share and enjoy these festive cookies with family and friends.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, consider adding edible glitter or gifting them in holiday-themed boxes.