Peanut Butter Blossom Christmas Cookies are a classic holiday treat that combines the flavors of peanut butter and chocolate. Here's a recipe to make these delightful cookies:
Ingredients:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
48 Hershey's Kisses, unwrapped
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat it completely.
7. Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden brown and set.
9. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately press a Hershey's Kiss into the center of each cookie, pressing down gently.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Peanut Butter Blossom Christmas Cookies are not only delicious but also a delightful addition to your holiday cookie platter. The combination of the peanut butter cookie base and the chocolate Kiss on top is simply irresistible. Enjoy!
