Peanut Butter Blossoms

1 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place 1/2 cup sugar into a shallow bowl.

2 . Stage

Stir peanut butter, remaining 1 1/4 cup sugar, and eggs together in a mixing bowl until well combined. Roll into 36 small balls.

3 . Stage

Roll balls in reserved sugar until coated, then arrange 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets.

4 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven until very lightly browned on the bottom and the edges are beginning to crack, 12 to 14 minutes.

5 . Stage

Remove from the oven and immediately press one chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie. Cool on the baking sheets for 1 to 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 15 minutes.