Description
If you’ve struggled to bake cookies that turn out just right at higher elevations, these *Irresistible High Altitude Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies* are exactly what you need. With their chewy peanut butter base, crackled sugar tops, and classic chocolate kiss in the center, they’re a nostalgic favorite adjusted for altitude success. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast treats, easy dessert ideas, or holiday cookie recipes, these blossoms are an ideal addition to your go-to food ideas. Easy to make and impossible to resist, this easy recipe delivers perfect results every time.
Ingredients
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1 large egg
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
24 Hershey’s Kisses (unwrapped)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add peanut butter, egg, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
6. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll each in granulated sugar.
7. Place balls 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
8. Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are set and tops are cracked.
9. Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.
10. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Make sure your butter is at true room temperature for best texture.
Use a cookie scoop to keep sizes consistent and ensure even baking.
Always press the chocolate kiss in right after baking for the perfect look and melt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: peanut butter cookies, high altitude baking, easy dessert, holiday cookies, blossom cookies