Name: Classic Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies (Peanut Butter Blossoms) 🥜🍪
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 24 servings
Ingredients: 0.5 cup (130g) creamy peanut butter (commercial brand); 0.5 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened; 0.5 cup (100g) granulated sugar; 0.5 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar; 1 large large egg; 1 tsp pure vanilla extract; 1.5 cups (190g) all-purpose flour; 0.75 tsp baking soda; 0.5 tsp fine salt; 0.33 cup (65g) coarse sparkling sugar or granulated sugar (for rolling); 24 pieces milk chocolate kisses, unwrapped

By Mery Voice Kitchen Tested • Updated October 2026

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Prep

15m

Cook

10m

Total

25m

Servings

Calories

140 kcal

✨ Why This Recipe Works

The all-time holiday favorite! Soft, chewy peanut butter cookies rolled in sparkling coarse sugar with iconic cracked edges and milk chocolate kisses.

Crafted with everyday pantry staples and perfected in Mery's home kitchen, this Classic Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies (Peanut Butter Blossoms) 🥜🍪 brings authentic comfort and vibrant flavors straight to your table. Every step has been carefully timed and measured so home cooks of any skill level can recreate foolproof, delicious results with ease.

With a quick 15 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, this wholesome dish balances ease and rich flavor without requiring complicated culinary equipment.

💡 Mery's Secret for Success: Pro Tip: Use traditional commercial creamy peanut butter (like Jif or Skippy). Natural oil-separating peanut butter can dry out the dough and cause cookies to crumble.

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👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Beat Creamy Peanut Butter Base

Beat creamy peanut butter, softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together in a large bowl until creamy and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.

Add Flour & Spices

Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt until a soft dough forms.

Roll in Coarse Sugar

Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball generously in coarse sugar to coat completely.

Bake to Light Golden

Place 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden.

Press Kisses for Classic Cracks

Immediately press a chocolate kiss firmly into the center of each hot cookie until beautiful spiderweb cracks form around the edges. Cool on wire rack.

🍪 Storing & Freezing Cookies

Room Temperature: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Place a sheet of parchment paper between layers to preserve delicate crunch.

Freezing: Baked cookies freeze wonderfully for up to 2 months in an airtight container. Thaw at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.

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📊 Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving)

Calories

140 kcal

Protein

Carbs

18g

Fat

Fiber

Mery Voice

Food Creator, Home Chef & Host of Taste of Empires

I believe honest, homemade cooking should be approachable, comforting, and deeply flavorful. Every recipe on this website is thoroughly tested in my home kitchen using real ingredients. I hope this dish brings warmth and delicious memories to your family table!

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Classic Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies (Peanut Butter Blossoms) 🥜🍪