Peanut Butter Blossoms Recipe – Easy Holiday Cookies
Peanut butter blossoms are a timeless cookie favorite featuring soft, chewy peanut butter dough topped with a rich chocolate kiss. Perfect for holiday baking, cookie exchanges, or everyday treats, these cookies combine sweet and nutty flavors in every bite. Simple to make and always crowd‑pleasing, they’re a classic dessert that never goes out of style.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 24 chocolate kisses (unwrapped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until combined.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes (optional, helps cookies hold shape).
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then coat in granulated sugar.
- Place on baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until lightly golden.
- Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chilling dough helps prevent spreading.
- Use creamy processed peanut butter for best texture.
- Swap butter for shortening if you prefer puffier cookies.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for 2 months.
- Perfect for holiday trays, gifting, or cozy family baking traditions.