Peanut Butter Sweetie Cookies with a Kiss
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Peanut Butter Sweetie Cookies with a Kiss—a delightful fusion of rich, creamy peanut butter and velvety chocolate that’s perfect for any occasion. These soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are rolled in sugar for a subtle sparkle and crowned with a decadent chocolate kiss while still warm, creating a luscious treat with a hint of nostalgia. Perfectly balanced with the salty-sweet combo of peanut butter and chocolate, these cookies are quick to whip up in just 25 minutes, making them a favorite for busy weeknights, holiday cookie exchanges, or sweet cravings anytime. With simple pantry staples, a hint of vanilla, and a sprinkle of love, these cookies are destined to be the star of your dessert table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 24 chocolate kisses (unwrapped)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the unsalted butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until fluffy and well combined (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a dough forms.
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough, rolling them into balls. Then roll each ball in the granulated sugar to coat fully.
Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops have a slightly cracked appearance.
While the cookies bake, unwrap the chocolate kisses and set them aside.
As soon as you remove the cookies from the oven, immediately press a chocolate kiss gently into the center of each cookie. The cookie edges may crack slightly, which is fine.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
342 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 115 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 169 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
