Peanut butter blossom cookies are a Christmas favorite, combining a soft, chewy peanut butter cookie with a melt-in-your-mouth chocolate kiss in the center. Their festive look and addictive taste make them a perfect addition to holiday cookie trays, and they’re often a hit with both kids and adults alike. In this post, we’ll explore the history of peanut butter blossoms and share a simple, classic recipe so you can make this holiday favorite at home!
Since the 1950's, peanut butter blossoms have become a Christmas classic across America, and they’re often included on holiday baking lists. Their combination of rich peanut butter and chocolate has made them a sweet staple that brings back memories of cozy Christmas kitchens.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For a classic batch of peanut butter blossoms, here’s what you’ll need:
- 48 milk chocolate kisses
- 7.3oz all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 4oz unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Tips for Perfect Peanut Butter Blossoms
- Unwrap Your Kisses First – This helps make the process smooth so you can press the chocolate into each cookie immediately after baking.
- Roll in Sugar – Rolling the dough balls in sugar gives the cookies a lovely sparkle and extra sweetness.
- Press Kisses While Warm – Place the milk chocolate kiss in the center of each cookie as soon as it comes out of the oven so it melts slightly, bonding with the cookie.
Recipe Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F. Remove the foil wrap from the chocolate kisses. Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt into a mixing bowl. Set the mixture aside.
- In the work bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and peanut butter until the mixture is fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the sugars, egg, and vanilla and beat until incorporated. Gradually add the dry mixture and beat until the resulting mixture comes together as a smooth dough.
- Form teaspoons of the dough into 1-inch balls, roll them in a bowl of sugar until completely coated, and place them on ungreased baking sheets, making sure to leave enough space between them. Place the cookies in the oven and bake until they are lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Remove the cookies from the oven, top each one with a chocolate kiss, and press down gently. The cookie will crack around the edges, which is precisely what you want.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and let the cookies cool completely.
Why We Love Peanut Butter Blossoms for the Holidays
Peanut butter blossoms combine two beloved flavors—peanut butter and chocolate—into a simple, festive cookie that’s always a crowd-pleaser. They’re easy to make, fun to bake with kids, and perfect for gifting. With their sparkling sugar coating and milk chocolate kiss center, they look right at home on any holiday cookie platter. Peanut butter blossoms bring a comforting warmth to the season, and they’re often among the first cookies to disappear!
Peanut butter blossoms have become a modern holiday tradition that brings joy to kitchens and cookie trays alike. Whether you’re making them for a holiday party, as a gift, or just to enjoy with family, these classic cookies are a holiday must. Try this recipe and enjoy a sweet, nostalgic taste of Christmas!
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