Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies

My social life is a cookie. It involves me sitting on a plate, hoping someone thinks I look sweet. This peanut butter blossom cookie recipe is my best shot. People always pick these Christmas cookies first. I am not jealous. I am just stating facts.

This is one of the best cookie recipes for beginners. You get a soft peanut butter cookie. Then you press a chocolate candy into its warm heart. The result is a perfect Holiday Cookies platter addition.

Preparation Time
15 minutes

Baking Time
10 minutes per batch

Servings
36 cookies

Nutritional Information (per cookie)
Calories: 120 | Fat: 6g | Carbs: 16g | Protein: 2g

Ingredients

• 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup softened butter
• 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 36 milk chocolate candy pieces, unwrapped

How to Make Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies

1.Heat Your Oven
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2.Mix Wet Ingredients
Combine butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl. Mix until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix again.

3.Add Dry Ingredients
Add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the bowl. Mix until a soft dough forms. The dough will be thick.

4.Shape the Dough
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on your baking sheets. Leave 2 inches between each ball.

5.Bake the Cookies
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. The cookies will puff up and the edges will be light brown.

6.Add the Chocolate
Remove the baking sheets from the oven. Immediately press one chocolate candy into each cookie center. Press down firmly.

7.Cool the Cookies
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.

FAQs

How to Store Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies

Keep cooled cookies in a sealed container at room temperature. They stay fresh for 4 days. This is the best way to store peanut butter blossom cookies for short-term use.

Can You Freeze Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies?

Yes, you can freeze peanut butter blossom cookies. You have two good methods.
First, you can freeze baked cookies. Place them in a single layer in a freezer bag. They will keep for 3 months.
Second, you can freeze the dough balls. Place the unbaked balls on a tray and freeze them solid. Then transfer the frozen dough balls to a bag. Bake them directly from the freezer, adding 1-2 extra minutes to the bake time.

Final Thought

Learning how to make peanut butter blossom cookies is a win. You create a classic treat that makes everyone smile. This simple process delivers a perfect cookie. Now you have a go-to recipe for any event. Happy baking!