Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies are a classic Christmas cookie with a peanut butter base that houses a chocolate candy kiss.
Classic Peanut Butter Blossoms
Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies are a delightful blend of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate, a classic pair made for each other. That’s what Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies are all about. Easy to make and even easier to love, these cookies bring together the best of both worlds in a delightful little package. They’re not just cookies; they’re tiny bites of comfort, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Why make these cookies? Because they’re the kind of simple, yet satisfying treat that everyone loves. Whether you’re baking for a holiday, preparing for a cookie exchange, or just craving something sweet, these cookies are sure to hit the spot. The dough is a breeze to work with, and the chocolate kiss on top adds the perfect finishing touch.
Serve them with a glass of milk for a classic treat, or pair them with your favorite coffee for a midday pick-me-up. Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies are versatile enough for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to special celebrations.
Why We Love this Peanut Butter Blossom Recipe
- Quick and easy to make from scratch.
- Uses a handful of simple ingredients.
- Simple steps create the classic peanut butter chocolate combination in every cookie.
- Soft and tender base topped with a sweet Hershey’s kiss makes these the cutest crinkle cookies around.
- The perfect treat for a holiday dessert tray, potluck, Christmas cookie exchange, or after-dinner dessert.
Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies Ingredients
- All purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Kosher salt
- Salted sweet cream butter
- Creamy peanut butter (your favorite brand, I used Reese’s brand)
- Granulated sugar
- Dark brown sugar
- Pure vanilla extract
- Egg
- Sanding sugar
- Hershey’s chocolate kisses
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Peanut Butter Blossoms Recipe Substitutions & Additions
- Pick Your Peanut Butter: You can substitute chunky peanut butter for creamy peanut butter. Use processed peanut butter (like Jif or Skippy) rather than natural peanut butter for best results.
- Choose Your Chocolate: You can substitute any seasonal Hershey’s kisses for the plain chocolate kiss or use any Hershey Kisses or Hugs flavor. You can even add mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups or Rolos in the middle of your blossom cookies.
- Swap The Sugar: You can substitute light brown sugar for dark brown sugar. It is a preference, and dark brown sugar tends to give a chewy cookie.
- Bake Another Blossom:
- Customize Your Cookies: Make your holidays and celebrations more special with my Christmas Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies, Spring Blossom Cookies, Christmas Sugar Cookie Blossoms, Birthday Cake Kiss Cookies
- Fill With Flavor: My Strawberry Kiss Cookies, Lemon Kiss Cookies, Gingerbread Kiss Cookies, Candy Cane Kiss cookies are a tasty twist on the traditional peanut butter treat.
How to Make Peanut Butter Cookies with Hershey Kiss
- Make The Flour Mixture: Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Create The Cookie Dough: Beat together the butter and peanut butter until smooth. Add the sugars and continue to mix for another 1-1½ minutes, then mix in the egg and vanilla. Add the flour mixture and mix to combine. Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Coat The Cookies: Scoop the dough into balls and roll them in sanding sugar.
- Bake: Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, until just golden around the edges. Allow the cookies to rest for 2-3 minutes.
- Top With A Kiss: Press a Hershey Kiss in the center of each warm cookie.
- Serve: Cool and serve. Enjoy!
When do I add the Hershey Kiss to my Peanut Butter Blossom?
Decide how soft or hard you want your Kisses before making your cookies. The time that you allow the cookies to cool before pressing in the Kisses will make a huge difference in how soft the Kisses get.
For example, if you press the Kisses in right out of the oven they will melt and any touch will cause them to lose their shape. The longer you allow the cookies to cool, the less the Kisses will melt. If you let the cookies cool completely first the Kisses will remain hard. I like to let the cookies cool for 2-3 minutes but you can adjust that to match your preferences.
Peanut Butter Blossoms Recipe Tips
- You can place the unwrapped kisses in the freezer for 10 minutes before placing them in the cookies’ center. This should keep the chocolate from completely melting.
- Ensure your butter is softened and your egg is at room temperature for the best results.
- Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure accuracy. Keep a close eye on your cookies as the suggested baking time approaches.
- You can adjust the color of the sanding sugar to match your party theme or holiday celebration.
Peanut Butter Blossom storage
Storing Peanut Butter Blossoms:
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Freezing Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies
You can freeze the cookies for up to 2 months. Allow the cookies to thaw overnight at room temperature before serving.
More Easy Cookie Recipes
Other Easy Cookies
- Brownie Cookies
- S’mores Cookies
- Banana Pudding Cookies
- Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies
- White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies
- Strawberry Shortcake Cookies
- Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies
- Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies
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Peanut Butter Cookies with Hershey Kiss
Ingredients
- 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup salted sweet cream butter softened
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter your favorite brand, I used Reese’s brand
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup dark brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg room temperature
- ⅓ cup sanding sugar or granulated sugar
- 24 unwrapped Hershey’s chocolate kisses
Instructions
- Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Whisk to combine.1⅓ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Using a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl and a handheld mixer on medium-high speed, beat together the softened butter and peanut butter for 1-1½ minutes until smooth.½ cup salted sweet cream butter, ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- Add the granulated and dark brown sugars and continue to mix for another 1-1½ minutes.½ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup dark brown sugar
- Add the vanilla and egg, mix just until incorporated, and no yellow streaks remain.1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1 large egg
- Add the flour mixture and mix just until combined. Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Add the sanding sugar or granulated sugar to a small shallow bowl.⅓ cup sanding sugar or granulated sugar
- Use a 1½ tablespoon cookie scoop to scoop the cookie dough. Roll into a ball. Roll the cookie dough ball in the sugar. Place on the cookie sheet. Repeat the steps, spacing the dough balls 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until just golden around the edges. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes. Press a chocolate kiss into the center of the cookie before transferring it to a cooling rack to cool completely.24 unwrapped Hershey’s chocolate kisses
Jenn’s Notes
- To Store: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- To Freeze: You can freeze the cookies for up to 2 months. Allow the cookies to thaw overnight at room temperature before serving.
- You can place the unwrapped kisses in the freezer for 10 minutes before placing them in the center of the baked cookies. This should keep the chocolate from completely melting.
- Ensure your butter is softened and your egg is at room temperature for the best results.
- Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to keep a close eye on your cookies as the suggested baking time approaches.
- You can adjust the color of the sanding sugar to match your party theme or holiday celebration.
