Patti's Decadent Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies
These irresistible Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies were gifted to me by my dear friend Patti about 25 years ago. Despite her stopping the tradition, I have continued to make them because my husband and family absolutely adore them! This year, I decided to elevate the experience by using both classic milk chocolate kisses and rich dark chocolate kisses, and let me tell you – the combination is a game changer! These cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you're celebrating a special event or just want a sweet snack, these cookies will satisfy your cravings and keep you coming back for more.
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Servings
50
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
1 3/4 cups (all-purpose)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (none)
sugar
1/2 cup (granulated)
brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
shortening
1/2 cup (none)
peanut butter
1/2 cup (smooth or crunchy)
egg
1 (large)
milk
2 tablespoons (whole or 2%)
vanilla
1 teaspoon (pure)
milk chocolate kisses
24 (unwrapped)
dark chocolate kisses
24 (unwrapped)
sugar
2 tablespoons (for rolling)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and baking soda, then add the sugar, brown sugar, shortening, peanut butter, egg, milk, and vanilla.
3
Using a mixer, blend all the ingredients on low speed until a well-formed dough appears, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
4
Once the dough is ready, scoop out the mixture and shape it into 48 equal-sized balls.
5
Roll each ball in the additional 2 tablespoons of sugar until well coated.
6
Arrange the sugar-coated dough balls on an ungreased cookie sheet, leaving space between each ball to allow for spreading.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the cookies are lightly golden and just set.
8
As soon as you remove the cookies from the oven, gently press one milk chocolate kiss and one dark chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie, allowing them to melt slightly and create a deliciously gooey center.
9
Let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
2g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is called Patti's Decadent Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies.
Who originally shared this recipe with the author?
A dear friend named Patti gifted this recipe to the author about 25 years ago.
What makes this version of peanut butter blossoms decadent?
This version is considered decadent because it uses a combination of both classic milk chocolate kisses and rich dark chocolate kisses.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How many cookies does this recipe make?
The recipe yields 48 equal-sized cookie balls.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies are described as soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor.
What is the first step in preparing the dough?
The first step is to combine the flour and baking soda in a large mixing bowl, then add the sugars, shortening, peanut butter, egg, milk, and vanilla.
How should the ingredients be mixed?
Use a mixer on low speed until a well-formed dough appears and all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
What should I do with the dough after it is mixed?
Scoop out the mixture and shape it into 48 equal-sized balls.
Is there a special coating for the dough balls?
Yes, each ball should be rolled in 2 tablespoons of additional granulated sugar until well coated.
Should I grease the cookie sheet?
No, the sugar-coated dough balls should be arranged on an ungreased cookie sheet.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when they are lightly golden and just set.
When should the chocolate kisses be added?
The chocolate kisses should be pressed into the center of each cookie as soon as they are removed from the oven.
How many chocolate kisses go on each cookie?
The instructions suggest pressing one milk chocolate kiss and one dark chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
What is the cooling process for these cookies?
Let them cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How many calories are in a single cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 50 calories.
What is the fat content per cookie?
Each cookie has 2g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
There are 7.5g of carbohydrates per cookie.
How much protein is in each cookie?
Each cookie provides 1g of protein.
What kind of flour is required?
The recipe calls for 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
What type of peanut butter can be used?
You can use 1/2 cup of either smooth or crunchy peanut butter.
What size egg is needed for the recipe?
The recipe requires one large egg.
How much milk is used in the dough?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of whole or 2% milk.
What type of vanilla should be used?
One teaspoon of pure vanilla extract is recommended.
How much brown sugar is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
How much shortening is used?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of shortening.
How much baking soda is in the mix?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
Are these cookies suitable for holidays?
Yes, they are specifically tagged as holiday cookies and are a long-standing family tradition.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 12 ingredients used in this recipe.