Peanut Butter Blossoms

why make this recipe

Peanut Butter Blossoms are a classic, nostalgic cookie that’s quick to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for holidays, bake sales, and weeknight treats. They combine a soft peanut butter cookie base with the familiar chocolate center of a Hershey’s Kiss for a perfect sweet-and-salty bite. If you want an easy, fast recipe that yields a tidy, attractive cookie, this is a go-to.

introduction

These cookies date back to mid-20th-century American home baking and have persisted because they’re simple and versatile. The dough is forgiving, the technique is approachable for novice bakers, and the finished cookie keeps well — making it an excellent choice for gifting and parties.

how to make Peanut Butter Blossoms

Start by preparing your dry ingredients and unwrapping the chocolates so everything is ready. Cream the fats and peanut butter until smooth, add sugars, then mix in the egg, milk, and vanilla. Portion the dough into balls, roll in granulated sugar, and bake briefly. Press a Hershey Kiss into each warm cookie so the chocolate melts slightly and adheres to the cookie base. Chill briefly if you prefer a firmer chocolate center. Work on a single sheet at a time for best results so the Kisses have time to set.

Ingredients :

• 1 ¾ cup flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup butter
• ½ cup peanut butter
• ½ cup sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 Tbls milk
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 36 Hershey Kisses

Directions :

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
2. Unwrap 36 Hershey Kisses
3. Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. Cream together shortening, and peanut butter
5. Gradually add sugars.
6. Then, add egg, milk, and vanilla.
7. Scoop dough with a cookie scoop and roll into balls.
8. Place ¾ cup of granulated sugar in a shallow bowl.
9. Roll each dough ball in the sugar to coat. Please dough balls on a Silpat lined cookie sheet. Placing them 2" apart.
10. Bake for 8 minutes
11. Remove the pan from the oven and place one Hershey Kiss in the center of each cookie (pressing lightly) and return the pan to oven and bake 2 more minutes.
12. Place baked cookies on a cooling rack.

how to serve Peanut Butter Blossoms

Serve at room temperature so the chocolate remains soft but set. Arrange on a platter for parties, package in cellophane bags tied with ribbon for gifts, or serve alongside coffee or milk for an afternoon treat. They pair well with vanilla ice cream as a quick crumble topping.

how to store Peanut Butter Blossoms

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4–5 days. For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies (without the Kisses) or freeze completely assembled cookies in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature; if frozen without Kisses, add fresh unwrapped chocolates to the warm cookies to set.

tips to make Peanut Butter Blossoms

• Chill the dough briefly if it seems too soft to handle; this makes scooping neater.
• Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizes so baking time is consistent.
• Don’t overbake: remove when the edges are set but centers still look slightly underdone so they stay soft after the extra 2 minutes with the Kiss.
• Press the Hershey Kiss gently — too hard can crack the cookie.
• If the chocolate melts too much, cool the pan on a rack before transferring to avoid smudging.

variation (if any)

• Use dark or flavored chocolate kisses for different flavors.
• Add a teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the dry ingredients for a mocha note.
• Swap half the all-purpose flour for whole wheat pastry flour for a nuttier texture.
• Make mini blossoms by using a smaller scoop and mini Kisses for bite-sized treats.

FAQ

Q: Can I use natural peanut butter?
A: Natural peanut butter can work but may change the dough’s texture and oiliness. Chill the dough if it becomes too soft.

Q: Can I make these gluten-free?
A: Yes — substitute a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and watch moisture; you may need a touch more flour.

Q: Why do some cookies crack on top?
A: Slight surface cracking is normal for these cookies. Overmixing or too-high oven temperature can cause excessive cracking.

Conclusion

For an alternative take or a well-tested version of this classic, check out this detailed recipe and tips at Peanut Butter Blossoms – Preppy Kitchen.

Peanut Butter Blossoms

These classic cookies combine a soft peanut butter base with a chocolate center, perfect for holidays and gatherings.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 36 cookies

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 100

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dry Ingredients

• 1 ¾ cups flour All-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt Kosher or sea salt recommended

Wet Ingredients

• ½ cup butter Softened
• ½ cup peanut butter Creamy or chunky as per preference
• ½ cup sugar Granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar Packed
• 1 egg Large
• 2 Tbsp milk Whole milk is best
• 1 tsp vanilla Pure vanilla extract

For Topping

• 36 Hershey Kisses Unwrapped

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Unwrap 36 Hershey Kisses.
3. Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
4. In another bowl, cream together butter and peanut butter.
5. Gradually add granulated sugar and brown sugar, mixing until smooth.
6. Add the egg, milk, and vanilla, mixing until combined.
7. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until the dough forms.

Baking

1. Scoop dough using a cookie scoop and roll into balls.
2. Place ¾ cup of granulated sugar in a shallow bowl and roll each dough ball in the sugar to coat.
3. Place dough balls on a Silpat lined cookie sheet, 2 inches apart.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes.
5. Remove the pan from the oven, and press one Hershey Kiss in the center of each cookie.
6. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 2 minutes.
7. Transfer baked cookies to a cooling rack.

Notes

Serve at room temperature for best texture of chocolate. These cookies can also be packaged for gifts.