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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Peanut Butter Blossoms Recipe

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  • Author: Michelle Davis
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 3 dozen cookies 1x

Description

There’s something magical about the smell of warm peanut butter cookies baking in the oven, especially when topped with a smooth chocolate kiss. These Melt-in-Your-Mouth Peanut Butter Blossoms bring back memories of holidays, family gatherings, and cozy evenings at home. Soft, chewy, and perfectly sweet, these classic cookies are a treat everyone loves. Whether you’re baking for Christmas, a cookie exchange, or simply craving something nostalgic, this timeless recipe delivers the perfect blend of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • Extra granulated sugar for rolling

  • About 36 milk chocolate kisses, unwrapped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats for easy cleanup.

  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and fluffy.

  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.

  5. Scoop about one tablespoon of dough per cookie, rolling each portion into a smooth ball.

  6. Roll the dough balls in granulated sugar to coat evenly.

  7. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.

  8. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the tops have small cracks.

  9. Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie right after removing from the oven. The edges will crack slightly as the chocolate settles.

  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

  11. Once cooled, the chocolate will firm up, leaving you with the perfect combination of soft peanut butter cookie and smooth chocolate center.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter and peanut butter for the best texture.

  • Do not overbake; cookies should look slightly underdone when you remove them from the oven.

  • Press the chocolate kiss into the cookie while it’s still warm so it sticks perfectly.

  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

  • You can use dark chocolate kisses, mini peanut butter cups, or festive colored sugars for fun variations.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

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