Peanut Butter Blossoms
Ingredients
- 48 HERSHEY'S KISSES Milk Chocolates
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 3/4 cup REESE’S Creamy Peanut Butter
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 Tbsps milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
for rolling, additional
Directions
- 1
Heat oven to 375°F. Remove wrappers from chocolates.
- 2
Beat 1/2 cup of shortening and 3/4 cup of REESE’S Creamy Peanut Butter in a large bowl until well blended. Add 1/3 cup of granulated sugar and 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar; beat until fluffy.
- 3
Add 1 egg, 2 Tbsps of milk and 1 tsp vanilla; beat well. Stir together 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1 tsp baking soda and 1/2 tsp salt; gradually beat into peanut butter mixture.
- 4
Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in 1/3 cup of granulated sugar; place on ungreased cookie sheet.
- 5
Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Immediately press a HERSHEY’S KISSES Milk Chocolate into the center of each cookie; cookie will crack around edges. Remove from cookie sheet to a wire rack. Cool completely.
Peanut Butter Blossoms
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About this Recipe
Dive into nostalgia with every bite of these classic Peanut Butter Blossoms, a beloved holiday cookie that brings smiles to every gathering. This iconic treat, ready in just 29 minutes total time, delivers a perfect balance of rich peanut butter and creamy chocolate that’s simply irresistible.
What makes these Peanut Butter Blossoms stand out is the absolutely irresistible combination of a tender, chewy cookie base, crafted with REESE’S Creamy Peanut Butter, and the signature indulgence of a perfectly placed, melty HERSHEY’S KISSES Milk Chocolate on top. This isn't just any peanut butter cookie; it's the specific alchemy of these classic components that creates a timeless pairing, evoking cherished memories and delivering that comforting, sweet-and-savory balance everyone craves.
You're in for a delightful sensory experience that's both familiar and utterly satisfying. Picture a soft, golden-brown cookie that's rich with the unmistakable, nutty taste of REESE’S Creamy Peanut Butter, offering a comforting chewiness that's a hallmark of these beloved treats. Nestled into the center is a smooth, luscious HERSHEY’S KISSES Milk Chocolate, which melts slightly from the residual warmth of the freshly baked cookie, creating a perfect contrast in both flavor and texture. Each cookie is a little parcel of joy, designed to evoke happy memories and create new ones. This recipe delivers that truly classic Peanut Butter Blossom experience, loved by generations.
While these Peanut Butter Blossoms are perfect in their classic form, their appeal lies in the simple, beloved combination of flavors. The joy comes from enjoying the REESE’S Creamy Peanut Butter base with the iconic HERSHEY’S KISSES Milk Chocolates. You can explore different ways to enjoy them—whether you bite straight in, savor the peanut butter base first, or save the chocolate for your very last bite, the experience is yours to customize.
These cookies are the quintessential addition to any holiday cookie platter, perfect for sharing with family and friends. Gather your favorite people, because these traditional holiday cookies are made for making special memories.