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Classic Peanut Butter Blossoms (The Best Kiss Cookies)

A close-up of several freshly baked kiss cookies rolled in sugar, each topped with a melted chocolate kiss.
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Make the classic Peanut Butter Blossoms, the quintessential kiss cookie. These soft and chewy peanut butter cookies have a signature crackled top and are finished with a milk chocolate Hershey Kiss. This recipe is simple and perfect for holiday baking or any time you need a quick and easy dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for rolling
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 bag (12 ounces) milk chocolate Hershey Kisses, unwrapped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract and peanut butter until combined.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Place about 1 tablespoon of dough into your hands and roll it into a smooth ball. Roll the dough ball in the extra granulated sugar until coated.
  6. Place the sugared dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
  8. Immediately after removing the cookies from the oven, gently press one unwrapped Hershey Kiss into the center of each warm cookie. The heat will soften the chocolate slightly.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For the best results and the classic crackled look, press the Kiss into the cookie immediately after it comes out of the oven.
  • If your dough seems too soft, chill it for 15 minutes before rolling into balls. This recipe does not require chilling for the dough.
  • You can substitute milk chocolate Kisses with Hershey’s Hugs or dark chocolate Kisses for variation.
  • Store these homemade candy kiss cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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