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Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies

Published: Dec 16, 2022 by Eileen xo

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peanut butter kiss cookies on a baking rack.
Peanut butter blossom cookies collage

Classic peanut butter blossom cookie recipe is so simple to prepare with a quick bake time too. A fabulous peanut butter base cookie with a decadent chocolate kiss center. Perfect for kids' parties, holiday cookie exchange, tailgate treats, bake sales, and just plain old fashion cookies and milk.

Peanut butter blossom cookies on a cooling rack.

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  • ❤️ Why this recipe works
  • Ingredients
  • Equipment
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • How to store, reheat, and freeze
  • 💭 Expert Tips
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • 📖 Variations
  • Similar recipes
  • Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies
  • 💬 Comments

❤️ Why this recipe works

  • A classic recipe that is easy to make and everyone loves them.
  • This is not just a Christmas-time cookie. Make it all year long as they're always a hit.
  • Sending cookies to friends and family, these travel well.

Ingredients

  •  unsalted butter
  • creamy peanut butter
  • granulated white sugar
  • light brown sugar
  • egg
  • whole milk
  • vanilla extract
  • all-purpose flour 
  • baking soda
  •  salt
  • Hershey's kisses

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Equipment

  • baking sheets
  • cooling rack
  • mixing bowls
  • measuring spoons

🔪 Instructions

This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

Step 1: In a large bowl, or bowl of a stand mixer using the paddle attachment, combine butter and sugars, blend until well combined.

Step 2: Whisk in eggs, milk, and vanilla

Step 3: Blend well.

Step 4: Mix in the dry ingredient, the flour, baking soda, and salt.

first four steps to create peanut butter kiss cookies

Step 5: Chill the dough for 30 minutes.

Step 6: Then roll the dough into 1-inch balls and then roll the cookie dough in sugar.

Step 7: Place on the prepared baking tray. Bake in preheated oven for 8-10 minutes.

Step 8: Quickly place a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.

Step 9: Cool and serve.

A collage of dough being mixed in a bowl, then a dough ball in sugar, and a peanut butter cookie with a Hershey kiss in it

How to store, reheat, and freeze

Storage: Baked cookies can be kept in a covered airtight container for about 4 days.

Make ahead: When preparing the cookies, the refrigerated dough can be stored in the fridge overnight.

Freezer instructions: The cookies can be made ahead, up to 3 months, and stored in freezer-safe bags. Remove as much air as possible from the freezer bag before sealing.

Defrost in the refrigerator or counter, usually around 3-4 hours to defrost.

Peanut Butter Blossoms Cookie Recipe cookie bitten into on a wire rack.

💭 Expert Tips

For best results, place the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes before rolling into cookies. This keeps the cookies pillowy and they do not spread a lot.

  • Use unsalted butter, if you only have salted butter, do not add salt to the cookies.
  • Be sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature so the batter blends well.
  • As you cook the cookies in batches, be sure to place the uncooked dough on cooled baking trays so they don't flatten too much.
  • Be sure to check the expiration date in baking soda, baking soda can go bad. Replace old baking soda.
  • For best results, follow the baking instructions and do not overbake your cookies. The dough will be light brown and soft when the baking is complete.
  • Quickly place the unwrapped chocolate kisses into the center of the cookies when they are removed from the oven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the cookie dough be frozen?

Cookie dough can be made in advance and rolled into balls. Place on a baking tray in the freezer for about 1 hour. Once cookies are frozen, place them in a freezer bag and they can be frozen for up to 3 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight. Bake as directed below in the recipe.

Why are my cookies going flat after baking?

I cannot stress enough that the butter should be at room temperature but not almost melting. If the butter is too soft, the cookies will spread.

📖 Variations

Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways that you increase the flavor of this dish.

If you prefer to change up the center, use any other type of chocolate kiss center.

Other candies can be placed in the center such as Rolos or Reece's candies.

For a festive extra treat, roll the cookies in colored sugar to match a holiday celebration. Red and Green for Christmas, or Blue and Red for Fourth of July.

Similar recipes

Some other Holiday Sweets you may enjoy are Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies,

Homemade Peppermint Patties, Instant Pot Holiday Swirl Cheesecake, and Almond Roca are all perfect recipes to celebrate the Holidays.

I do love a great Holiday cookie, some favorites are Rugelach, Spritz Cookies, and Pecan Crescents which would all be great on a holiday cookie table.

Levian Chocolate Chip Cookies or our Big, Fat Chewy Chocolate Chips would all make delicious cookies for any dessert cookie table.

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peanut butter cookie with a hershey kiss in the middle with a bite taken out of the cookie

An overhead view of peanut butter cookies with a hershey kiss in the center of each cookie.
blossom cookies with a hershey kiss in the center of the cookie

Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies

Classic Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies, packed with peanut butter flavor. Easy to make and always a hit. Perfect for pot-luck, family gatherings, Christmas, tailgating.
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Course: Christmas Cookies, Cookie
Cuisine: American
Keyword: blossom cookies, peanut blossom cookie, peanut butter blossom cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
cooling time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Calories: 131kcal
Author: Eileen Kelly

Equipment Needed:

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  • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups
  • rimmed baking sheet
  • Stand Mixer

Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup granulated white sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 Tablespoons whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Toppings

  • 4-5 Tablespoons white sugar, to roll dough in before baking
  • 36 chocolate kiss candies

Instructions

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer or large mixing bowl, with the paddle attachment, on low speed to blend well the unsalted butter, creamy peanut butter, white sugar, and brown sugar. The mixture will be smooth.
  • To the stand mixer bowl, using low speed, mix in the egg, milk, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  • Gently stir a little at a time, the flour, baking soda, and salt, to just blend the ingredients.
  • Place the bowl in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to chill dough.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F/191°C. Place a Silpat on a baking tray or spray the baking sheet with non-stick baking spray. Set aside.
  • Remove dough from the fridge and roll into 1 inch balls.
  • Roll each ball into the white sugar. Place on the prepared baking tray.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes in the preheated oven. The cookies will be soft and light brown.
  • Quickly press in a chocolate kiss candy into the center of each cookie. The cookie will crack slightly.
  • Place them on a cooling rack to harden slightly as they cool.
  • Continue until all the dough is used to make cookies.

Notes

Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe. 
Note 1: Use unsalted butter, if you only have salted butter, do not add salt to the cookies.
Note 2: Be sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature so the batter blends well.
Note 3: As you cook the cookies in batches, be sure to place the uncooked dough on cooled baking trays so they don't flatten too much.
Note 4: Refrigerate the dough before rolling into balls. This will help the cookies to stay puffy.
Note 5: Be sure to check the expiration date in baking soda, baking soda can go bad. Replace old baking soda.
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 91IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Carole

    December 12, 2019 at 7:12 pm

    Oh so good.

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 12, 2019 at 11:05 pm

      Awesome Carole, glad you enjoy the cookies.

      Reply
  2. Gail

    December 09, 2019 at 6:00 am

    Cookies look delicious. Thanks for the giveaway

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 09, 2019 at 10:37 pm

      You are very welcome Gail, good luck and enjoy the recipe.

      Reply
  3. Deb Clark

    December 08, 2019 at 8:00 pm

    5 stars
    I love all of your tips and tricks to make the perfect blossom cookies! These look amazing!!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 09, 2019 at 10:38 pm

      Aw, thank you Deb. Enjoy!

      Reply
      • Marsha

        December 11, 2019 at 11:40 pm

        Love the recipe! Thank you and Merry Christmas!

        Reply
        • Eileen xo

          December 12, 2019 at 11:07 pm

          Fabulous Marsha! Glad you enjoy the cookies.

          Reply
  4. Jamie H

    December 08, 2019 at 7:10 pm

    Such a delicious classic cookie recipe!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 09, 2019 at 10:38 pm

      Thank you so much Jamie!

      Reply
  5. Nichi - The Mandatory Mooch

    December 05, 2019 at 4:23 pm

    Such a great treat for holiday trays!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 09, 2019 at 10:39 pm

      Thank you so much Nichi.

      Reply
  6. Crystal Kingery

    December 05, 2019 at 10:44 am

    5 stars
    I love the way you explain things. It makes me feel like I'm in the kitchen with you as you explain what you're doing and why.

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 05, 2019 at 1:09 pm

      Thank you so much, Crystal. I appreciate the kind compliment. I hope you have a wonderful day.

      Reply
  7. Debi

    December 05, 2019 at 9:35 am

    5 stars
    These are one of my favorite cookies! Thanks for the recipe & the chance to win.

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 05, 2019 at 1:10 pm

      My pleasure Debi. Good luck.

      Reply
  8. Charlie

    December 05, 2019 at 9:07 am

    I could really use a gift card to help purchase gifts for others this holiday season!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 05, 2019 at 1:09 pm

      I hope you are a winner Charlie! Good luck.

      Reply
  9. jane

    December 05, 2019 at 7:56 am

    My kids love peanut butter blossoms and this sounds wonderful thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 05, 2019 at 1:11 pm

      Awesome Jane, enjoy the cookies.

      Reply
  10. Lorie Karabatzoglou

    December 05, 2019 at 6:00 am

    I have a cookie exchange on Saturday night, I’m going to try these! Thanks for sharing! Have a wonderful holiday!!!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 05, 2019 at 1:10 pm

      Fantastic Lorie. I hope you enjoy the cookies and the exchange. Let me know how they turn out for you.

      Reply
  11. Karen @Karen's Kitchen Stories

    December 02, 2019 at 10:03 pm

    These are definitely a classic! Your photos are gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 09, 2019 at 10:40 pm

      Thank you very much Kaaren. I so appreciate your kind words.,

      Reply
  12. Ang

    December 02, 2019 at 11:38 am

    5 stars
    Eileen these cookies look so tasty! I haven't made peanut butter blossoms in forever 🙂
    I can't wait to try your recipe,
    Ang

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      December 09, 2019 at 10:40 pm

      Thank you Ang. Thank you for running this fabulous giveaway!

      Reply

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