Peanut Butter Blossom Recipe

5 from 1 vote

With just a handful of simple ingredients and an easy-to-follow method, you'll be whipping up a batch of these Peanut Butter Blossom cookies in no time. The soft, chewy texture combined with the melty chocolate center creates a truly decadent experience for your taste buds.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword Cookies, Peanut Butter Blossom

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings People

Calories 100kcal

Equipment

1 Mixing bowl
1 Baking sheet

Ingredients

1 cup Creamy peanut butter
½ cup Unsalted butter, softened
½ cup Granulated sugar
½ cup Packed brown sugar
1 large Egg
2 tbsp Milk
1 tsp Vanilla extract
1¾ cups All-purpose flour
1 tsp Baking soda
1 tsp Salt
Additional granulated sugar for rolling
48 Hershey's Kisses, unwrapped Make sure to gather all the ingredients before you start, as this will make the process much smoother. Having everything measured and ready to go will save you time and prevent any mistakes.

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This can be done using an electric mixer or by hand.
Add the egg, milk, and vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can result in a tougher cookie.
Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll them in additional granulated sugar. This will give the cookies a nice sparkle and a slightly crunchy exterior.
Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they are set and lightly golden around the edges.
Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately press a Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie. The heat from the freshly baked cookies will slightly melt the chocolate, creating the iconic blossom shape.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Repeat the process with the remaining dough until all the cookies are baked and adorned with a chocolate kiss.
Once the cookies have cooled completely, store them in an airtight container to maintain their freshness. They can be enjoyed for up to a week, although they rarely last that long!

Notes

Tips and tricks for perfect Peanut Butter Blossom cookies

To ensure your Peanut Butter Blossom cookies turn out perfect every time, here are some tried and tested tips and tricks:

Use creamy peanut butter for the best texture and flavor. Chunky peanut butter can alter the consistency of the dough.
Soften the butter at room temperature before creaming it with the other ingredients. This will result in a smoother dough and better incorporation of flavors.
Do not overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added. Overmixing can lead to a tougher cookie, so mix until just combined.
Roll the dough balls in granulated sugar before baking. This adds a delightful crunch and sparkle to the cookies.
Press the Hershey's Kisses into the cookies immediately after they come out of the oven. The residual heat will slightly melt the chocolate, creating the perfect blossom shape.
Allow the cookies to cool completely before storing them. This will prevent any condensation from forming and keep the cookies fresh for longer.

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