Save A classic, irresistibly soft peanut butter cookie crowned with a melting chocolate kiss. This ultra-simple, no-chill recipe is perfect for quick sweet cravings and festive occasions.
Once I tried making these with just three ingredients, they quickly became a holiday favorite in my family.
Ingredients
- Dough: 1 cup (250 g) creamy peanut butter, 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar, 1 large egg
- Topping: 20 chocolate kiss candies unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl combine peanut butter sugar and egg. Stir until smooth and well blended.
- Scoop dough:
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough for each cookie roll into balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake:
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are set and bottoms are lightly golden.
- Add topping:
- Remove from the oven and immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie. The cookie will crack slightly around the edges.
- Cool:
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Save These cookies always bring smiles at family gatherings especially when fresh from the oven.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Required Tools
Mixing bowl spoon or cookie scoop baking sheet parchment paper wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains peanuts eggs and may contain milk (in chocolate candies). Chocolate kisses may contain soy and traces of tree nuts. Always check ingredient labels for allergens.
Save Enjoy these classic cookies with family and friends for a quick and delicious treat.
Recipe Help & FAQs
- → What ingredients are needed?
Creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, one egg, and chocolate kiss candies.
- → How long to bake the cookies?
Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are set and bottoms have a light golden color.
- → Can I use a peanut substitute?
Yes, almond butter or sunflower seed butter can be used, but the flavor will differ.
- → Should the dough be chilled before baking?
No chilling is required; the dough can be baked immediately after mixing.
- → How to store the finished cookies?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- → What causes the cookies to crack around the edges?
The cracking happens naturally during baking when the chocolate kiss is pressed into the warm cookie.