Early in our marriage (20 years ago or so), my husband and I found an enormous cookbook all about baking (in other words, it was full of cookies and cakes and breads and pies. Yum!). He started making Peanut Butter Blossoms (sometimes called Black-Eyed Susans or Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies) so long ago that I can’t remember a time when these weren’t his famous cookies.
I guess 20+ years IS a long time to be making the same recipe.
These cookies are my hubby’s signature treat, and everybody loves them. They really are the BEST peanut butter blossoms I’ve ever had! There’s something about the small cookie topped with a Hershey’s Kiss that is totally, completely addicting. I can never eat just one!
(Even though it would probably be better for me if I DID eat just one…)
Click below for the recipe PLUS 3 tips that take a basic cookie recipe to the next level. Seriously!
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I don’t have a hand beater could I just a regular whisk or my hands? Thank you!
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Lolli Reply:
December 25th, 2018 at 8:35 pm
Definitely! I personally love using a big wooden spoon or just kneeding the dough with my hands once it gets too thick. I think it would be too heavy for a regular whisk.
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These are my husband’s favorite Christmas cookie, but I’ve had some problems with them in the last few years. I decided to try again with your recipe. They came out great. Thank you for posting your husband’s recipe. I’ll be printing this out so I remember for next year.
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I just made them…..they turned out great! This recipe is a keeper! Thank you!
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I use to love these as a little girl. I will have to make some to remind me of childhood memories.
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This is the exact same recipe my family has been using for years! Only in my family, we have to double the recipe! LOL We also scoop out the dough, form it into a ball and roll it in granulated sugar before baking. This is one of my very favorite cookies…and we only make them during the holidays@
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Hey Lolli
Thanks for sharing the recipe! I love thes cookies, but have never actually made them. So my daughter and I are going to try this one. Hopefully we’ll actually have some left to put in the oven!!
Tara
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This is a great recipe. I make these every Christmas.
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These have always been a favorite.
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This is my favorite childhood cookie! I love how melted the Kiss gets. I’m definitely going to try these.
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These cookies look so pretty and yummy!
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Yum! I have had these cookies before but have never made them. There is nothing better than peanut butter and chocolate. I will have to try making these.
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I have never made these cookies before, and they look so delicious and fun to make with my daughter. We will have to make these soon. Thanks for sharing another awesome recipe!
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Oh yum, I could totally go for a plate of these right now! Love this post, especially your food-tography :) Have a great day! xo
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Lolli Reply:
April 7th, 2016 at 8:54 am
Oh, thank you! I had too much fun taking pictures of the dozens and dozens of cookies my husband made. It was kind of mesmerizing to line them all up! :)
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These are very tasty cookies! Mine spread out more than yours, though I followed the recipe to a tee (I even weighed the flour). Next time I may back off on the milk a bit. Thank you for providing a link to the cookie scoop you used; it kept me from using the wrong size scoop.
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Lolli Reply:
April 1st, 2016 at 1:35 pm
The spreading could have to do with ovens or altitude or several other factors. Cookies can be strange! My husband’s are consistent every time he makes them. Glad they tasted great! :)
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This is the best recipe. Who would not love peanut butter and chocolate together, right?
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These are one of my favorite kinds of cookie! I will definitely try your recipe :) Thanks for sharing.
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Wow, these DO look fame-worthy. I love this classic cookie but have never been thrilled with my recipe for them. Will try this ASAP. It just might change our lives. ;) If it does, I’ll REALLY be glad I found you @ Wonderful Wednesdays!
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Lolli Reply:
March 29th, 2016 at 10:35 pm
Sounds like it’s time to find a new recipe, then! ;)
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