Classic Peanut Blossoms Recipe

Peanut Blossoms are a classic American cookie recipe that combines the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. These cookies feature a chewy peanut butter base topped with a sweet, chocolate Hershey's Kiss. They are perfect for holiday baking or any time you want a tasty treat.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup shortening
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 egg
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• Additional granulated sugar
• 48 Hershey's Kisses, unwrapped

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter, shortening, butter, and egg until well blended.
3. Stir in flour, baking soda, and baking powder until dough forms.
4. Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll in additional sugar.
5. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
6. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are light golden brown.
7. Immediately press 1 chocolate candy in center of each cookie; cookie will crack around edges.
8. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling rack.
9. Cool completely before storing.

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