How to Make Peanut Blossoms - A Step-by-Step Guide

Peanut Blossoms are a classic American cookie that combine the rich taste of peanut butter with the sweetness of a milk chocolate kiss. These delicious treats have been a staple in many households for generations, and for good reason. The combination of the soft, chewy peanut butter cookie base and the melty chocolate on top makes them irresistible to just about anyone who takes a bite.

They are a crowd-pleaser for parties, bake sales, and just about any occasion where you need a swee...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar, divided
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 (9 ounce) bags milk chocolate candy kisses, unwrapped

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 84
  • Yield: 7 dozen

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • Cream together shortening, peanut butter, brown sugar, and 1 cup white sugar in a large bowl until smooth.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in milk and vanilla.
  • Combine flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into peanut butter mixture until well blended.
  • Shape spoonfuls of dough into balls and roll in remaining 1/2 cup white sugar. Place cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and immediately press a chocolate kiss into each cookie.
  • Allow to cool completely; the kiss will harden as it cools.
  • Nutrition

    116 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 80mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 55mg