How to Make the Perfect Peanut Butter Blossoms
American · Easy · 25 min · 24 servings
Peanut butter blossoms are a beloved kid friendly cookie topped with a chocolate kiss candy that kids absolutely love pressing into the warm cookie right out of the oven. These soft peanut butter cookies are simple to make and are always the first to disappear at any party or bake sale.
Why this recipe works
This Peanut Butter Blossoms recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 25 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 165 calories with 3g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar plus extra for rolling
- 0.5 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 24 pieces chocolate kiss candies unwrapped
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prep and Preheat
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Unwrap all the chocolate kisses and set them aside so kids can easily grab them later.
Step 2: Make the Dough
Beat the butter, peanut butter, and both sugars together until creamy, then mix in the egg. Stir in the flour until a soft dough forms that holds together when pressed.
Step 3: Roll and Bake
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat. Place on the prepared baking sheets 2 inches apart and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden.
Step 4: Add the Kisses
Immediately after removing from the oven, press one chocolate kiss firmly into the center of each cookie. The cookie will crack slightly around the edges which is totally normal and looks adorable.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- creamy peanut butter → sunflower seed butter for a nut-free school-safe version
- chocolate kiss candies → Rolos or chocolate-covered caramel candies for a fun variation
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Waiting too long to press in the chocolate kisses so they do not adhere properly to the cookies
- Using natural peanut butter which is too oily and makes the dough crumbly and hard to roll
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 165 calories, 3g protein, 20g carbs, 8g fat, 1g fiber.
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