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Best-Ever Easy Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies Recipe
These easy peanut butter blossom cookies combine rich, chewy peanut butter flavor with a soft chocolate center. They are simple enough for everyday baking and festive enough for Christmas cookie exchanges, holiday dessert trays, and homemade gifts.
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Why Make This Recipe
- Simple ingredients: This recipe uses familiar pantry staples and a few chocolate candies.
- Classic flavor combination: Creamy peanut butter and chocolate make a dependable holiday favorite.
- Perfect for sharing: These cookies are ideal for Christmas cookie exchanges, parties, and edible gifts.
- Easy finishing touch: Pressing a Hershey’s Kiss into each warm cookie creates the signature blossom shape.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Hershey’s Kisses (or similar chocolate candies)
How to Make It
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare for baking by bringing the oven fully to temperature before the cookies go in.
In a mixing bowl, cream together peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Mix until the sugars are well incorporated and the mixture has a smooth, creamy texture.
Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture, mixing until evenly combined.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until combined. Add the flour mixture in stages to help it blend evenly. Stir only until the dough comes together.
Roll the dough into balls and place them on ungreased baking sheets. Shape the dough into cookie balls and arrange them on the baking sheets, leaving space between them.
Bake for about 8-10 minutes, until the edges are set. Watch the cookies closely and remove them when the edges look set.
Immediately after removing from the oven, press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie. Gently press one chocolate candy into the center of every warm cookie to create the classic blossom design.
Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely. Let the cookies rest briefly so they can firm up before moving them to wire racks.
How to Serve It
- Arrange the cookies on a holiday dessert platter with other Christmas cookies.
- Serve them with coffee, hot chocolate, tea, or a cold glass of milk.
- Package them in a decorative tin or treat bag for a Christmas cookie exchange or homemade gift.
How to Store It
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to help preserve their texture. For longer storage, place the cookies in a freezer-safe container and freeze them.
To serve frozen cookies, let them thaw at room temperature. Avoid reheating them while the chocolate centers are still firm, as the chocolate can soften or melt. If you want a warm cookie, heat it very briefly and monitor it closely.
Helpful Tips
- Use ungreased baking sheets as directed so the dough can spread properly while baking.
- Have the Hershey’s Kisses unwrapped before the cookies come out of the oven so you can press them in immediately.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them, since they will be delicate while warm.
Optional Variations
- Use similar chocolate candies in place of Hershey’s Kisses for a different chocolate flavor or seasonal color.
- Try chocolate-covered peanut butter candies for an extra peanut butter and chocolate combination.
- Add a festive touch by using seasonal-shaped or holiday-wrapped chocolate candies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different chocolate candy instead of Hershey’s Kisses?
Yes. Use a similar chocolate candy that fits comfortably in the center of each warm cookie.
Why do I press the chocolate into the cookies after baking?
The warm cookies are soft enough to hold the candy, while the chocolate remains centered and keeps the classic blossom appearance.
Can I freeze peanut butter blossom cookies?
Yes. Place fully cooled cookies in a freezer-safe container and freeze them. Thaw them at room temperature before serving.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
The cookies are ready when the edges are set after baking for about 8-10 minutes.
Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies
These easy peanut butter blossom cookies combine rich, chewy peanut butter flavor with a soft chocolate center, perfect for sharing during the holidays.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter Creamy or crunchy can be used
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar Packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Toppings
- 24 pieces Hershey's Kisses Or similar chocolate candies
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until evenly combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on ungreased baking sheets.
Baking
- Bake for about 8-10 minutes, until the edges are set.
- Immediately press a Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. For longer storage, freeze the cookies. To thaw, let them sit at room temperature.
