Soft, chewy peanut butter cookies topped with a classic Hershey’s Kiss — a timeless favorite for any occasion!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Soft and chewy peanut butter cookies with a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

• Iconic Hershey’s Kiss center adds a perfect chocolate surprise.

• Quick and simple to make, ideal for holidays or cookie swaps.

• Makes a large batch, perfect for sharing or gifting.

Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• ½ cup brown sugar, packed

• ½ cup creamy peanut butter

• 1 large egg

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Granulated sugar, for rolling

• About 48 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 48 cookies
Kcal: ~110 per cookie

Directions

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2: Cream Wet Ingredients

Cream together butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until light and fluffy.

Step 3: Add Egg and Vanilla

Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4: Mix Dry Ingredients

Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.

Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry

Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.

Step 6: Shape Cookies

Roll dough into 1-inch balls and coat in granulated sugar.

Step 7: Bake

Place balls 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8–10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

Step 8: Add Chocolate

Immediately press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie.

Step 9: Cool

Cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.

• Swap milk chocolate Hershey’s Kisses with dark or flavored varieties.

• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

• Make a festive batch by rolling cookies in colored sugar for holidays.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use natural peanut butter?
Yes, but the texture may be slightly softer; chilling the dough helps.

Can I make smaller or larger cookies?
Yes, adjust baking time slightly — smaller cookies take 7–8 minutes, larger ones 10–12 minutes.

Do the cookies need to be cooled before pressing the chocolate?
No, pressing the chocolate immediately after baking allows it to slightly melt and adhere perfectly.

Final Thoughts

Peanut Butter Blossoms are a classic cookie that never goes out of style. With their soft, chewy peanut butter base and sweet chocolate kiss on top, they’re perfect for family gatherings, holiday baking, or any time you crave a nostalgic treat.