Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
• Place the chopped pecans in a shallow dish.
• Roll the cookie dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the chopped pecans.
• Place the pecan-coated balls on the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
• Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
• Remove the baking sheets from the oven. Immediately press one Hershey's Kiss into the center of each warm cookie. The heat will help it melt slightly and adhere.
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.