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.
I first served these cookies during a holiday party and they were gone within minutes. Everyone loved how soft and flavorful they are despite the simplicity of the ingredients.
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
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter sugar and egg. Stir until smooth and well blended.
- Step 3:
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough for each cookie roll into balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 4:
- Bake for 810 minutes until edges are set and bottoms are lightly golden.
- Step 5:
- Remove from the oven and immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie. The cookie will crack slightly around the edges.
- Step 6:
- 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 my family together especially during the holidays when we share baking stories and smiles.
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
Nutritional Information
Calories 135 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 16 g Protein 3 g per serving
Save Enjoy these cookies fresh for the softest texture or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I prevent cookies from spreading too much?
Chilling the dough slightly can help, but since this recipe is no-chill, rolling the dough balls tightly and spacing them adequately on the baking sheet prevents excessive spreading.
- → Can I substitute the peanut butter with another nut butter?
Yes, almond butter or sunflower seed butter can be used for a peanut-free alternative, though the flavor and texture may vary slightly.
- → Why do the cookies crack around the edges after baking?
The cracking is characteristic and happens when pressing the chocolate kiss into the warm cookies, giving them their signature look and texture.
- → What is the best way to store these cookies?
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh for up to five days.
- → How do I achieve a crunchy texture in these cookies?
Rolling the dough balls in extra granulated sugar before baking adds a subtle crunch to the exterior.