Experience the perfect blend of peanut butter and sweetness with our Peanut Butter Blossoms! These classic cookies feature a soft and chewy peanut butter base, crowned with a sweet, chocolatey kiss in the center. Baked to golden perfection, these treats strike the ideal balance between nutty richness and chocolate indulgence. Whether you’re baking for holidays, special occasions, or just craving a delightful homemade cookie, our Peanut Butter Blossoms are a timeless favorite that will delight your taste buds and leave you reaching for more.
Ingredients:
1 cup shortening
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3.5 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup white sugar (for decoration)
2 packages milk chocolate candy kisses, unwrapped
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, cream together shortening, peanut butter, brown sugar, and 1 cup white sugar until smooth.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, and stir in the milk and vanilla.
Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl; gradually blend into the peanut butter mixture.
Shape tablespoonfuls of dough into balls, and roll in remaining white sugar.
Place cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake in preheated oven for 10 to12 minutes.
Remove from oven, and immediately press a chocolate kiss into each cookie. Allow to cool completely.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 32 minutes
Kcal: 200 kcal | Servings: 36 servings