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Best Easy Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies Recipe

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Soft, chewy peanut butter cookies topped with a solid chocolate kiss. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for the holidays or any time you need a comforting treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • About 36 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 15 minutes.
  7. Place about 1/4 cup of granulated sugar in a small bowl. Using a 1-inch cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop out rounded balls of dough. Roll each ball between your palms to make it smooth, then roll it in the sugar until completely coated.
  8. Place the sugar-coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers look just set.
  9. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for exactly 2 minutes. Gently press a Hershey kiss into the center of each cookie.
  10. Transfer the cookies to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chilling the dough for at least 15 minutes is crucial to prevent spreading. Press the chocolate kiss into the cookie exactly 2 minutes after removing from the oven for best results. For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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