These Easy Air Fryer Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with peanut butter flavor. Topped with a classic chocolate kiss, they’re a quick and irresistible dessert you can make in minutes.

Freshly baked air fryer peanut butter cookies topped with chocolate kisses on a cooling rack.
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If you love the classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate, these Easy Air Fryer Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies are about to become your new favorite treat.

Soft, chewy, and loaded with rich peanut butter flavor, each cookie is topped with a chocolate kiss for that perfect sweet finish.

Ready in just minutes, they’re an effortless dessert that’s perfect for last-minute cravings, holiday baking, or anytime you want a quick, homemade indulgence without heating up the oven.

Freshly baked air fryer peanut butter cookies topped with chocolate kisses on a cooling rack.

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

  • Quick and easy: Ready in minutes with minimal prep and no oven required.
  • Soft and chewy: Perfectly tender centers with slightly crisp edges.
  • Classic flavor combo: Rich peanut butter cookies topped with chocolate kisses.
  • Minimal ingredients: Uses pantry staples for a simple, fuss-free dessert.
  • Perfect for any occasion: Great for holidays, snacks, or last-minute treats.

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Ingredients Needed

Ingredients needed for Easy Air Fryer Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies on kitchen table.
  • Creamy Peanut Butter: Adds rich, nutty flavor and soft, moist texture.
  • Granulated Sugar: Sweetens the cookies and helps create slight crisp edges.
  • Egg: Binds ingredients together and adds structure to dough.
  • Pure Vanilla Extract: Enhances sweetness and adds warm, aromatic flavor notes.

How To Make Easy Air Fryer Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies

Mixing peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth.

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 2: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into balls. Lightly coat each ball in granulated sugar.

Scooping and rolling peanut butter cookie dough into 1-tablespoon balls, coating in sugar.

Step 3: Place the coated dough balls on a greased air fryer tray or on parchment paper in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each cookie.

Step 4: Preheat the air fryer to 320°F and cook the cookies for 6 minutes, or until lightly golden and set.

Step 5: While the cookies are slightly warm, gently press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.

Pressing a chocolate kiss into the center of slightly warm air fryer cookies.

Easy Air Fryer Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies Recipe Tips

  • Don’t overfill the tray: Leave space between cookies for even cooking.
  • Use creamy peanut butter: Helps create soft, chewy texture without dryness.
  • Roll in sugar: Coating dough balls in sugar adds a slight crisp exterior.
  • Press kisses while warm: Chocolate will slightly melt, sticking perfectly to cookies.
  • Check cooking time: Air fryer temps vary; start checking at 5–6 minutes.

Storing, Freezing and Reheating Instructions

  • Storing: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to keep them soft and chewy.
  • Freezing: Freeze baked cookies in a single layer or between parchment sheets in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Warm frozen or stored cookies in the air fryer at 300°F for 2–3 minutes to refresh their soft, gooey texture.

Easy Air Fryer Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies Recipe Faqs

Can I use natural peanut butter? Yes, but make sure it’s well-stirred and not too runny to maintain cookie shape.

Do I need to grease the air fryer tray? Yes, lightly grease or use parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Can I make these cookies without an air fryer? Absolutely! Bake at 350°F in a preheated oven for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden.

Can I use dark or milk chocolate kisses instead of classic? Yes! Any chocolate kiss works and can add a fun flavor twist.

How should I store leftover cookies? Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Can I freeze these cookies? Yes, freeze baked cookies in a single layer or between parchment sheets for up to 3 months.

Freshly baked air fryer peanut butter cookies topped with chocolate kisses on a cooling rack.

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Air Fryer Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies

Easy Air Fryer Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies

5 from 4 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
2 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Servings: 24 Servings

Description

Make soft, chewy peanut butter kiss cookies quickly in your air fryer. Topped with chocolate kisses, these easy cookies are a perfect dessert or snack in minutes.

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter,
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 24 kisses

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the 1 cup creamy peanut butter 1 cup sugar, 1 large egg, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  • Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into balls. Lightly coat each ball in granulated sugar.
  • Place the coated dough balls on a greased air fryer tray or on parchment paper in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each cookie.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 320°F and cook the cookies for 6 minutes, or until lightly golden and set.
  • While the cookies are slightly warm, gently press a 24 kisses into the center of each cookie.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer, Air Fryer Oven or Air Fryer Basket
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cooking Spray

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 122kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 53mgPotassium: 64mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 11IUCalcium: 16mgIron: 0.3mg

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