Peanut Butter Blossoms

I think it was probably Betty Crocker that first debuted the famous peanut butter cookie with a kiss known as Peanut Butter Blossoms. They are a classic favorite with many families at the holidays, but also good any time of year.

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Why this recipe works

Everyone loves a peanut butter blossom! They are easy to make and always a crowd pleaser.

While the classic peanut butter blossom recipe is also out there, I use my fool-proof peanut butter cookie recipe instead. Why have two different recipes to make the same thing?

Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

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How to Make Peanut Butter Blossoms

These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. You can Jump to Recipe to get the printable version of this recipe, complete with measurements and instructions at the bottom.

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line insulated baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
2. Combine shortening, peanut butter, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla in a large bowl.
3. Beat with an electric mixer at medium speed until well blended. Add egg. Beat just until blended.
4. Combine flour, salt, and baking soda. Add to creamed mixture at low speed. Mix just until blended.
5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and roll in granulated sugar.
6. Place 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until set and lightly brown.
7. Remove from oven and immediately press a Hershey’s Kiss gently into the center of each cookie. The sides may crack and that’s fine.
8. Cool 2 minutes on baking sheet. Remove cookies and place onto wire racks to cool completely.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I store Peanut Butter Blossoms?

These cookies will store well at room temperature in an airtight container for about 3 days. If you would like to keep them longer, you can freeze them.

How do I freeze Peanut Butter Blossoms or the dough?

Yes, you can freeze these cookies. Place cool cookies on a wax paper lined baking sheet, put them close together, but not touching. Freeze for 2-3 hours, then remove and place inside a freezer bag. Thaw at room temperature.

You can also freeze the cookie dough. You can either wrap the whole batch of dough in plastic wrap then place it in a freezer bag, or portion the dough into dough balls first. Freeze the individual dough balls on a wax paper lined sheet for a couple hours. Place frozen dough balls in a freezer bag.

To bake, preheat the oven according to the recipe. Remove frozen dough balls and place on baking sheet to thaw while oven preheats. Bake according to recipe instructions.

We love peanut butter blossoms, they are a staple during the holidays, but we make them throughout the year as well!

More Cookie Recipes

• Chocolate Chip M&M Cookies
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
• Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars
• Lofthouse Cookies
• No Bake Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies

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