Description
Blossom Cookies are soft, chewy cookies topped with a chocolate kiss in the center, creating a delicious and festive treat perfect for holidays and special occasions.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Additional granulated sugar for rolling
- 24 chocolate kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll in granulated sugar.
- Place on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
- Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Chill dough for 30 minutes if cookies spread too much.
- Use almond or sunflower butter for a peanut-free version.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg