Step 1

In the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix the peanut butter, butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar and brown sugar on medium speed for 2 minutes until creamy.

Step 2

Add in the egg, vanilla, baking soda and salt and mix for 30 seconds until combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary.

Step 3

Turn the mixer to low and add in the flour. Mix until just combined.

Step 4

Cover the dough and chill the dough for 2 hours.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Place the reserved 1/4 cup of granulated sugar in a bowl.

Step 6

Roll the dough into 1 1/2-inch balls and then roll them into the remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar.

Step 7

Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-9 minutes, until the cookies are just set.

Step 8

Gently press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of the warm cookies.

Step 9

Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.