Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Blossoms Cookies

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Let’s talk about the cookie that instantly feels like a hug. These Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Blossoms Cookies take everything you adore about peanut blossoms and make them just a bit more irresistible. A golden, tender peanut butter cookie rolled in sugar and topped with a glossy milk chocolate kiss—what’s not to love?

This is the cookie you make when you want to impress with minimal effort. They’re festive without being fussy, nostalgic but never boring. They hit all the right notes: chewy, rich, slightly crisp around the edges, and topped with a luxurious chocolate kiss that slowly softens atop the warm cookie.

These are the cookies that make neighbors knock on your door. The ones you sneak from the tray when no one is looking. And they’re timeless—perfect for every season, not just the holidays.

We’ve fine-tuned the ratios in this upgraded version: more brown sugar for that molasses-rich chew, a splash of milk for softness, and just the right balance of flour so they puff up instead of spreading too flat.

Peanut butter is the star, of course. Use a smooth, no-stir kind for the best results—it helps create a dough that’s easy to handle and delivers the perfect soft-baked texture.

The sugar coating adds sparkle and crunch, and pressing in the chocolate kisses while the cookies are still warm ensures that delightful melt-meets-firmness contrast.

These are not just for kids. Grown-ups love them, too. The balance of sweet and salty, soft and firm, makes them almost too easy to devour.

Make them once, and you’ll start finding excuses to bake them again. And again. And again.

They freeze well, travel well, and always disappear quickly. Bake a batch, and you’ll see.

Let’s make the cookie that smiles back with a kiss.

Servings: 48 cookies
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes per batch
Chill Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter or shortening
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon fine salt
• 48 milk chocolate kisses, unwrapped

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in milk and vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually stir into the peanut butter mixture until combined.
5. Chill the dough for 15 minutes for easier handling.
6. Scoop dough and roll into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in sugar and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
7. Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
8. Immediately press one chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Tips

• Don’t skip chilling—it keeps the cookies from spreading too much.
• Roll the dough balls evenly for uniform baking.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
• Freeze unbaked dough balls and bake straight from the freezer for fresh cookies anytime.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These cookies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Buttery, chewy, with a touch of crunch and a smooth chocolate crown, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious. They make perfect gifts, party snacks, or after-school treats that feel like something special.

Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Blossoms Cookies are a modern twist on a classic peanut blossom. Easy to make and hard to resist, they deliver melt-in-your-mouth magic in every bite. The perfect cookie for any occasion.