3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Blossoms

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These soft peanut butter cookies combine creamy peanut butter, sugar, and egg into an easy dough. After baking briefly until golden around the edges, a melting chocolate kiss is pressed into each warm cookie, creating a tender treat with a chocolatey finish. Perfect for quick preparation, these cookies offer a sweet, nutty flavor ideal for festive occasions or everyday sweetness. Alternative nut butters can be used for variations, and extra sugar adds crunch if desired.

Updated on Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:52:00 GMT
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A classic, irresistibly soft peanut butter cookie crowned with a melting chocolate kiss. This ultra-simple, no-chill recipe is perfect for quick sweet cravings and festive occasions.

This recipe has been a favorite for years, perfect whenever I need a quick batch of delicious cookies that everyone loves.

Ingredients

  • Dough: 1 cup (250 g) creamy peanut butter, 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar, 1 large egg
  • Topping: 20 chocolate kiss candies, unwrapped

Instructions

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Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2:
In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, and egg. Stir until smooth and well blended.
Step 3:
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough for each cookie, roll into balls, and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 4:
Bake for 8 10 minutes, until edges are set and bottoms are lightly golden.
Step 5:
Remove from the oven and immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie. The cookie will crack slightly around the edges.
Step 6:
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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My family enjoys these cookies fresh out of the oven especially during holiday gatherings.

Required Tools

Mixing bowl, Spoon or cookie scoop, Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Wire rack

Allergen Information

Contains peanuts, eggs, and may contain milk (in chocolate candies). Chocolate kisses may contain soy and traces of tree nuts. Always check ingredient labels for allergens.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 135, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 16 g, Protein: 3 g

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Enjoy these easy peanut butter blossoms fresh with family or package them for gifting any time of the year.

Recipe Questions & Answers

Can I substitute peanut butter with other nut butters?

Yes, almond butter or sunflower seed butter can replace peanut butter, though the flavor and texture may vary slightly.

How do I store these cookies to maintain freshness?

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to keep them soft and fresh.

What causes the cookies to crack on top after baking?

The cracking occurs naturally when the dough expands and sets during baking, adding a pleasant texture to the cookies.

Is it necessary to chill the dough before baking?

No chilling is required; the dough can be scooped and baked immediately for quick preparation.

How can I add texture or crunch to these cookies?

Rolling dough balls in extra granulated sugar before baking adds a crunchy texture to the cookie surface.

3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Blossoms

Delight in soft peanut butter cookies topped with chocolate kisses, made in just minutes with simple ingredients.

Prep Time
10 minutes
Time to Cook
10 minutes
Overall Time
20 minutes
Created by Jake Anderson

Recipe Category Sweet & Salty Fixes

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type American

Output 20 Portion Size

Diet Preferences Vegetarian Option, Free from Gluten

What You'll Need

Dough

01 1 cup creamy peanut butter
02 1 cup granulated sugar
03 1 large egg

Topping

01 20 unwrapped chocolate kiss candies

How to Make It

Step 01

Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 02

Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, stir together peanut butter, granulated sugar, and egg until smooth and uniformly blended.

Step 03

Form cookie dough balls: Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of dough per cookie, roll into balls, and arrange on the baking sheet spaced 2 inches apart.

Step 04

Bake cookies: Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges are set and the bottoms turn lightly golden.

Step 05

Apply chocolate kisses: Remove from oven and immediately press one chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie; slight cracking around edges will occur.

Step 06

Cool cookies: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Gear Needed

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Allergy Details

Always review all ingredients for allergens before starting. Check with a health specialist if uncertain.
  • Contains peanuts, eggs, and may contain milk from chocolate candies.
  • Chocolate kisses may include soy and traces of tree nuts.
  • Verify ingredient labels for potential allergens.

Nutrition Details (per portion)

Nutrition info is for guidance and isn't a substitute for professional advice.
  • Calorie Count: 135
  • Fats: 7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Proteins: 3 g