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Easy Peanut Butter Blossoms

Soft, chewy cookies loaded with rich peanut butter flavor and topped with a chocolate kiss, perfect for any festive gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter Use for classic texture.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for rolling Extra for coating.
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • About 36 pieces chocolate kisses or small chocolate candies (unwrapped)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Scoop dough by rounded tablespoon (or use a small cookie scoop) and roll into balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat.
Baking
  1. Place dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are set and the centers are still soft.
  2. Immediately after removing from oven, press one chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie, giving it a slight twist to set.
  3. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely so the chocolate sets.

Notes

Store in an airtight container. For firmer chocolate centers, refrigerate briefly after adding chocolate. For uniformity, chill rolled dough balls for 10 minutes before baking if your kitchen is warm.