Peanut Butter Blossoms: Classic Christmas Cookies with a Sweet & Salty Twist Recipe
Peanut Butter Blossoms are a classic Christmas cookie featuring a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. Soft and chewy peanut butter cookies are topped with a melty Hershey’s Kiss, creating an irresistible treat that’s easy to make and loved by all.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 24 milk chocolate Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated to create a smooth dough.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing and maintain a tender texture.
- Shape and Roll: Scoop out small portions of dough and roll them into 1-inch balls. Roll each dough ball in extra granulated sugar to coat evenly, then place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies appear slightly puffed. Immediately after removing from the oven, press a Hershey’s Kiss gently into the center of each cookie. The cookie will crack slightly around the edges, which is the desirable texture.
- Cool and Set: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to allow the chocolate kisses to firm up but not melt excessively. Then transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- For softer cookies, slightly underbake and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet.
- You can substitute peanut butter with a natural or homemade variety for a different flavor profile.
- Make sure the Hershey’s Kisses are unwrapped before pressing into the cookies to avoid melting wrappers.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week for best freshness.
Keywords: Peanut Butter Blossoms, Christmas cookies, peanut butter cookies, Hershey’s Kisses cookies, holiday desserts
