Description
Delight in these classic Peanut Butter Blossoms, soft and chewy peanut butter cookies topped with a rich milk chocolate Hershey’s Kiss center. Perfectly sweet with a hint of vanilla, these cookies bring nostalgia and joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Sweets and Toppings
- ½ cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 24 milk chocolate Hershey’s Kisses (unwrapped)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, stirring until fully incorporated for a smooth batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Shape and Roll: Scoop small portions of dough and roll into 1-inch balls. Roll each dough ball in additional granulated sugar until thoroughly coated. Place the coated balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies look slightly puffed. Remove them from the oven and immediately press one unwrapped Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie. The cookies will crack slightly around the edges, which is a characteristic look for these treats.
- Cool and Set: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to set without melting completely. Then transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool fully. This step helps maintain the shape of the chocolate kiss and the cookie texture.
Notes
- To ensure the cookies don’t spread too much, make sure the butter is softened but not melted.
- For a festive twist, try using different flavored Hershey’s Kisses like dark chocolate or holiday-themed varieties.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Rolling the cookies in sugar before baking adds a delightful crunch to the outside.
