Classic Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Blossoms (The Perfect H

• active time: 20 minutes
• total time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients

1 ¾ cups All-Purpose Flour

1 tsp Baking Soda

½ tsp Salt

½ cup Creamy Peanut Butter

½ cup Unsalted Butter, softened to room temperature

½ cup Granulated Sugar (for dough)

½ cup Light Brown Sugar, lightly packed

1 large Egg

2 Tbsp Milk (any kind)

1 tsp Vanilla Extract

½ cup Granulated Sugar (for rolling)

1 bag (11 oz) Hershey Kisses, unwrapped

Directions

Step 1: Prep Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 2: Cream Wet Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, cream together peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).

Step 3: Add Egg, Milk, and Vanilla

Mix in the egg, milk, and vanilla until just combined, scraping down sides as needed.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture on low speed until a smooth dough forms. Do not overmix.

Step 5: Chill the Dough

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to overnight) to prevent spreading during baking.

Step 6: Shape and Coat

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Coat each ball in granulated sugar and place 1½–2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 7: Bake and Add Chocolate

Bake for 7–8 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft. Remove from oven, press one chocolate kiss into each cookie, and return to oven for 2 more minutes.

Step 8: Cool and Serve

Cool on the baking sheet for 5–10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120 kcal
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Total Carbohydrate: 15 g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.5 g
• Total Sugars: 9 g
• Protein: 2 g