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The Ultimate Chewy Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies: Classic Recipe for Soft Holiday Treats

A close-up stack of freshly baked peanut butter blossom cookies topped with rich, melted chocolate.
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Make the best Peanut Butter Blossom cookies that stay soft and chewy long after baking. This classic recipe delivers the perfect sweet and salty bite, ideal for your Christmas cookie swap.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar, for rolling
  • 1 bag (about 36) Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step helps create a softer cookie.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix the dough.
  6. Place the remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar in a shallow dish.
  7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the reserved sugar until fully coated.
  8. Place the sugared balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers should look slightly underbaked to ensure a chewy texture.
  10. Immediately upon removing the cookies from the oven, gently press one unwrapped Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each warm cookie. The residual heat will slightly melt the chocolate.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For the softest cookies that last, do not overbake. Pull them out when the edges look set but the center still looks soft.
  • If you want a more intense peanut butter flavor, use a natural, unsweetened peanut butter, but ensure it is well stirred before measuring.
  • To achieve the classic crackle top, roll the dough balls thoroughly in the sugar before baking.
  • These cookies are excellent for holiday cookie swaps and gift-giving.

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