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Peanut Butter Blossom Cookie

Irresistible Peanut Butter Blossom Cookie Magic for Christmas

Enjoy the festive delight of Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies topped with gooey Hershey's Kisses and colorful decorations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Butter Flavored Crisco Regular unsalted butter can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Choose creamy or crunchy based on your preference.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute some with brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Can replace with more granulated sugar if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Can be swapped for non-dairy milk for vegan option.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla extract yields the best results.
  • 1 large Egg Flax egg can be used for vegan alternative.
  • 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used for a gluten-free variation.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness in the dough.
For the Topping
  • 24 pieces Hershey’s Kisses Feel free to use any chocolate candy as alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar For rolling, creates a sweet, crunchy outer layer.
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Vanilla Frosting Can be homemade or store-bought.
  • 1-2 drops Green Food Coloring For achieving desired hue.
  • 1/4 cup Rainbow Nonpareils Replace with edible glitter for unique flair.
  • 2 tablespoons Small Star Sprinkles Used to finish the decoration.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • cookie scoop
  • oven
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare baking sheets by greasing them or lining with parchment paper.
  2. Mix together Butter Flavored Crisco, peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Add the egg and mix until fully incorporated, scraping down sides of the bowl as necessary.
  4. Gradually add in flour, baking soda, and salt, folding gently until just combined, ensuring no dry flour remains.
  5. Scoop dough with a cookie scoop and roll into balls, then roll each in granulated sugar before placing on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until they start to crack but are still soft in the center.
  7. Let cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Once cooled, press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie.
  9. Prepare frosting with green food coloring, pipe around each Hershey’s Kiss.
  10. Sprinkle star sprinkles and rainbow nonpareils on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 35mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure even dough balls for uniform baking. Keep an eye on baking time for perfect texture. Let frosting set before stacking cookies in an airtight container.

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