Name: Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup peanut butter; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Chocolate kisses

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Oh, honey, is there anything more magical than Christmas baking? The smell of cinnamon and sugar wafting through the house, the twinkling lights, the cozy feeling of togetherness…it just doesn’t get any better! And, you know, every Christmas season, I simply *have* to make a batch of these classic, easy, and oh-so-festive treats: *Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms*!

I still remember the first time my grandma shared her recipe with me. I was just a little girl, perched on a stool, watching her cream the peanut butter and sugar. I knew that one bite of these special cookies would make the whole season brighter. Through the years, this recipe has become one of my most cherished baking traditions! I’m so excited to share it with you!

Why You’ll Love These Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms

Oh, let me tell you, these cookies are a *winner*! Seriously, you’re going to love them because:

They’re ridiculously easy to make – you’ll be done in under an hour!
That perfect combo of peanut butter and chocolate? Heaven!
They scream “Christmas!” with every single bite.
Perfect for sharing! Bring them to a party, give them as gifts — everyone will love you!

Ingredients for the Best Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms

Okay, sweet friends, let’s get down to the good stuff! You’re gonna need a few simple ingredients to whip up these *Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms*:

1 cup of creamy peanut butter – and yes, the smooth kind!
1 cup of granulated sugar – aka, plain ol’ white sugar.
1 cup of packed light brown sugar. Make sure it’s packed!
1 large egg – gotta bind everything together!
1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract – the secret weapon!
2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour – don’t go substituting, trust me!
1 teaspoon of baking soda – for that perfect lift.
½ teaspoon of salt – just a pinch to balance the sweetness.
And, the star of the show: Chocolate kisses! Unwrap them, you’ll need them later.

Equipment Needed to Make Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms

Alright, before we get our bake on, let’s make sure you’ve got everything you need! You won’t need a lot of fancy equipment, I promise.

You’ll need a couple of mixing bowls, a good ol’ sturdy spoon or a mixer (if you have one!), baking sheets (I love my non-stick ones!), measuring cups and spoons, and of course, an oven to bake these beauties in. That’s about it! Easy peasy!

Step-by-Step Instructions: How to Bake Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms

Alright, buttercups, let’s get down to business and bake these *Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms*! Don’t you worry, it’s easier than wrapping presents (trust me, I know!). Follow these steps, and you’ll be swimming in cookie bliss in no time!

Prepping the Dough

First things first, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). You want that oven nice and hot when those cookies go in! Now, in a big bowl (or your stand mixer, if you’re fancy!), you’re gonna cream together the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix, mix, mix until it’s lovely and smooth. Then beat in that egg and a splash of vanilla. Yum!

Baking the Cookies

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Then, slowly add those dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix it all up until everything is *just* combined. Scoop out spoonfuls (I like to use a cookie scoop for even sizes) and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place those little dough balls on your ungreased baking sheets. Bake ’em for 8-10 minutes, until they look set.

And here’s the *most* important part: As soon as they come out of the oven, *immediately* press a chocolate kiss right in the center of each warm cookie. You want that kiss to melt just a little bit! Let those cookies cool on the baking sheets, and then… enjoy!

Tips for Success: Perfecting Your Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms

Listen, even Santa needs a little help sometimes, right? So, here are a few little tricks to make sure your *Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms* turn out absolutely perfect, every single time!

First off, make sure your peanut butter is at room temperature. It makes mixing *so* much easier. Next, to avoid any cracks in your cookies, don’t overmix the dough! And finally, the *key* to those perfect Hershey kisses? Press them in *right* after the cookies come out of the oven, while they’re still nice and warm. Just be careful, it splatters!

Make-Ahead and Freezer Tips for Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms

You know me, I *love* a good make-ahead recipe, and these *Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms* are perfect for that!

You can totally make the dough ahead of time. Just mix it up, cover it tightly, and pop it in the fridge for up to 3 days! When you’re ready to bake, let the dough sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes to soften up a bit. Or, even better, you can freeze the dough! Roll the dough into balls, arrange them on a baking sheet, and freeze them until solid. Then, transfer the frozen cookie dough balls to a freezer bag. Bake them straight from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time. Easy peasy!

Serving Suggestions for Your Peanut Butter Blossoms

Okay, so you’ve baked these amazing *Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms*– now what, right? You’ve *got* to serve them with something delicious! My go-to is a big glass of cold milk (gotta dunk!), or a nice, hot cup of coffee or cocoa. They’re also fabulous alongside other holiday treats, like gingerbread or shortbread. Honestly, they’re perfect all on their own!

Storage and Reheating Instructions for Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms

So, you’ve got leftovers? (As if! These cookies disappear *fast*!). But, just in case, here’s how to keep those *Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms* fresh. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze them (before the Hershey kisses are added!) for up to 3 months. When it’s time to enjoy, just thaw and add the Kiss. Reheating? Not really needed, but a quick zap in the microwave for a few seconds will do it!

Nutritional Information for Santa’s Favorite Peanut Butter Blossoms

Alright, sweet friends, just a little heads up! The nutritional info below is just an estimated *guess*, okay? It can change depending on the brands of ingredients you use and how big or small your cookies are. But hey, enjoy every bite, because life’s too short to worry too much!