Nothing says Christmas quite like a plate of classic Hershey’s Kiss Cookies fresh from the oven! Soft, chewy peanut butter cookies topped with a perfectly melted chocolate Kiss — they’re simple, nostalgic, and downright irresistible.
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Whether you grew up making them with family or are baking them for the first time, these cookies are a must-have on every holiday cookie tray. They’re the perfect balance of sweet, nutty, and chocolatey — a little bite of Christmas magic in every piece.
The best part about this recipe? It’s easy, foolproof, and always a crowd favorite. You can make a big batch in no time, and they stay soft for days — ideal for gifting, cookie exchanges, or cozy nights by the fire with a mug of hot cocoa.
Add a sprinkle of red and green sugar for extra festive flair, and you’ve got a cookie that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Once you try this version, it might just become your new go-to Christmas cookie tradition!
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Hershey’s Kiss Cookie Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 c. sugar
- 1/2 c. brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 c. peanut butter
- 1/2 c. butter, softened
- 1 1/2 c. flour
- 3/4 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- Approx. 36 unwrapped Hershey’s Kisses
*Margarine can be used in the place of butter in this recipe, but you will be much happier with the taste and texture of the finished product if you use real butter! There is no better substitute when baking.
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Beat the butter, sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter, and egg in a large mixing bowl until well mixed. Stir in flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
Shape the dough into 1 inch balls. Roll the balls in sugar and placed on ungreased baking sheets, approximately 2 inches apart. Bake for approximately 8 minutes, or until the cookies just begin to turn golden brown.
Remove cookies from oven and gently press a Hershey’s chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie. Carefully remove the cookies from the baking sheet and cool completely on waxed paper or wire baking racks
These cookies are fun to make and taste amazing. They make a great addition to your holiday table and are great for holiday or Christmas cookie exchanges.
These cookies freeze well, so if you are making them ahead of time, just place them in ziploc bags and place them in the freezer for up to 6 weeks.
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Thank you, will save this recipe for next year, so quick and easy to make! Love your blog btw and look forward to your posts. Happy New Year!!