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Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Blossoms – Classic, Tender & Melt-in-Your-Mouth Perfect

These Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Blossoms are everything you want in the iconic cookie: rich peanut butter flavor, perfectly chewy centers, lightly crisp edges, and that signature chocolate kiss pressed right on top. They’re nostalgic, irresistibly soft, and beautifully simple — the kind of cookie everyone recognizes and immediately reaches for on a Christmas tray. Whether you’re baking for the holidays, classroom parties, cookie exchanges, or just craving a warm peanut butter treat, these blossoms deliver pure comfort and classic flavor with every bite. This recipe ensures ultra-soft, bakery-style cookies that stay chewy for days. A holiday must-bake that never goes out of style!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 20 Cookies
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes
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Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar for rolling
  • 24 –30 chocolate kisses unwrapped
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a bowl, whisk together:
  2. flour
  3. baking soda
  4. salt
  5. Set aside.
Step 2: Cream Butter, Sugars & Peanut Butter
  1. Beat softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter for 2–3 minutes until fluffy and smooth.
  2. Add the egg, vanilla, and milk.
  3. Mix well.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture.
  2. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Chill dough 20–30 minutes for thicker cookies (optional but recommended).
Step 4: Roll & Bake
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line baking sheet with parchment.
  3. Scoop dough into 1-inch balls.
  4. Roll each ball in granulated sugar.
  5. Place 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
  6. Bake 8–10 minutes, until edges are just set but centers still soft.
Step 5: Add the Chocolate Kiss
  1. Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each warm cookie.
  2. Let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes so the chocolate and cookie both set.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Room Temperature: 5–6 days in airtight container
Freezer (baked): 2 months
Freezer (unbaked dough balls): 2 months
To refresh: warm a cookie in the microwave for 5 seconds to soften.

🥄 Variations

Chocolate Peanut Butter Blossoms – Add 2 tbsp cocoa to dough.
Crunchy Blossoms – Use crunchy peanut butter.
Holiday Blossoms – Roll dough in colored sugar or sprinkles.
Stuffed Blossoms – Add a mini peanut butter cup instead of a kiss.
Gluten-Free Version – Use 1:1 GF flour.
Peanut-Free Version – Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter.
Double Kiss Cookies – Add a chocolate melt under the kiss.
Cinnamon Sugar Blossoms – Roll in cinnamon sugar.
Salted Blossoms – Add a pinch of flaky sea salt on top.
White Chocolate Blossoms – Use white chocolate or caramel kisses.

❓ 10 FAQs

Why did my cookies crack?
Peanut butter blossoms naturally crack — it’s part of their charm!
Why do my cookies get dry?
Overbaking — remove at 8–10 minutes when still soft.
Can I use natural peanut butter?
Use only if well-stirred; classic PB gives best texture.
Can I freeze them with the kisses on?
Yes — chocolate stays firm.
Why chill the dough?
It keeps cookies thick, soft, and prevents spreading.
Can I make them ahead for parties?
Dough balls freeze beautifully for quick baking later.
Can I make them bigger?
Yes — bake 1–2 minutes longer.
How to keep them soft?
Store with a slice of bread or marshmallow in the container.
Which chocolate works best?
Hershey’s kisses are classic, but any meltable chocolate works.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Butter gives the best flavor and texture; margarine makes them spread more.

🏁 Conclusion

These Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Blossoms are the perfect holiday cookie — nostalgic, deliciously soft, and incredibly easy to make. With their golden peanut butter base and melty chocolate center, they’re a guaranteed hit at parties, cookie swaps, and cozy family baking nights.
One bite and you’ll understand why these blossoms are loved across generations — and why they deserve a place on every Christmas cookie tray.