Quick Peanut Butter Blossoms Recipe

My recipe for Peanut Butter Blossoms keeps the cookie base incredibly soft while holding that iconic chocolate kiss perfectly in the center.

You get a tender bite that melts in your mouth without the cookie crumbling apart in your hands.

What Makes This Peanut Butter Blossoms Recipe Special

The texture strikes the perfect balance between a tender crumble and a chewy bite that keeps you coming back for seconds. I use a specific ratio of brown sugar to granulated sugar to ensure the cookies stay moist and flavorful.

You can whip these up in less than thirty minutes with ingredients you likely already have in your pantry right now. It is the ultimate low-stress dessert when you need something impressive but quick.

These Peanut Butter Blossoms stay soft for days and make excellent additions to any festive dessert spread or gift box. The sparkle from the sugar coating adds a lovely crunch that contrasts beautifully with the smooth chocolate.

If you enjoyed this classic, you should try my Cozy Stained Glass Cookies Recipe for another stunning holiday treat. For something fruity and comforting, the Hearty Peach Cookies Recipe is a wonderful option to bake next.

Everything You Need for Perfect Peanut Butter Blossoms

Here’s what you’ll need to get started:

• Peanut Butter: Use a creamy, shelf-stable peanut butter like Jif or Skippy for the best texture; natural peanut butter can cause spreading.
• Unsalted Butter: Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature so it creams smoothly with the sugar.
• Granulated Sugar: You will need this for the dough and a little extra for rolling the dough balls to get that sparkly exterior.
• Light Brown Sugar: This adds moisture and a rich caramel flavor to the cookie base.
• All-Purpose Flour: The structural base of your cookie; be sure to measure it correctly to avoid dryness.
• Egg: Use a large egg at room temperature to help bind the dough together evenly.
• Vanilla Extract: A splash of vanilla enhances the sweet and nutty flavors.
• Baking Soda: This helps the cookies puff up slightly and crack perfectly when the kiss is pressed in.
• Salt: Essential for balancing the sweetness and highlighting the peanut butter flavor.
• Hershey’s Kisses: Classic milk chocolate kisses work best, but you can experiment with dark chocolate or other flavors.

My Method for Perfect Peanut Butter Blossoms

Let’s get cooking!

1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F and line your baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt on medium speed until creamy and well combined.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, beating again until everything is smooth and scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
4. Gradually mix in the flour and baking soda on low speed until a soft, malleable dough forms without overmixing.
5. Scoop the dough into 1-inch balls and roll each one in the extra granulated sugar to coat them completely.
6. Place the balls 2 inches apart on the baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until they are puffy and the bottoms are lightly golden brown.
7. Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each hot cookie until the edges crack slightly, then let them cool completely on the pan.

My Best Tips for Perfect Peanut Butter Blossoms

To keep your Peanut Butter Blossoms soft rather than dry, measure your flour carefully using a kitchen scale or the spoon and level method. Packing too much flour into the cup is the most common reason cookies turn out crumbly.

I always use creamy standard peanut butter rather than natural varieties to ensure the dough holds its shape during baking. Natural peanut butter tends to separate and can result in greasy, flat cookies that spread too much.

If you are worried about the chocolate melting too quickly, place the unwrapped kisses in the freezer while the cookies bake in the oven. This helps the chocolate hold its iconic shape even when pressed into the warm Peanut Butter Blossoms.

Best Ways to Enjoy Peanut Butter Blossoms

These cookies taste absolutely incredible when served slightly warm with a tall glass of cold milk. The contrast between the warm chocolate and the cool drink is pure comfort food heaven.

You can also add them to a holiday tin alongside other festive treats for a beautiful homemade gift that everyone loves receiving. They travel well and stay soft, making them perfect for cookie exchanges or care packages.