Peanut Butter Blossoms
A classic family favorite, these Peanut Butter Blossoms are the perfect addition to any Christmas cookie tray! With a soft and chewy peanut butter cookie base crowned with a rich chocolate kiss, they’re as festive as they are delicious. Easy to make and loved by all ages, these cookies bring warmth and nostalgia to holiday celebrations. Whether you’re baking with loved ones or preparing gifts from the heart, Peanut Butter Blossoms are always a hit!
Peanut Butter Blossoms
These classic cookies are a perfect blend of soft, chewy peanut butter and rich chocolate.
Equipment
- large and medium mixing bowls
- hand mixer, stand mixer or wooden spoon
- baking pans lined with parchment paper or silicone mats
Ingredients
- 12 oz bag of chocolate kisses unwrapped
- 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl or in the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the butter, peanut butter until combined. Add in the 3 sugars and mix until light and fluffy.
- Add in the egg and vanilla. Slowly add in dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Cover and refrigerate dough for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, unwrap the chocolate, preheat oven to 350℉ and line baking sheets with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Pour ¼ cup sugar into a shallow bowl or plate. Roll cookie dough into 1-2 tbsp sized balls and roll in sugar. Place on baking sheet 2 inches apart.
- For tablespoon sized cookies, bake for 10 minutes, take out a put chocolate on and return to the oven for 3 more minutes. For teaspoon sized cookies, bake for 8 minutes, take out and put chocolate on and return to the oven for 2 more minutes.
Notes
Can be stored in a container for up to a week.