Best Christmas Chocolate Blossom Cookies Recipe

These Christmas Chocolate Blossom Cookies are a totally tasty twist on the traditional peanut butter blossom cookies we all know and love.

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With a rich chocolate flavor and a sweet Hershey’s Kiss nestled in the center of each cookie, they’re sure to become your favorite Christmas cookie. The most beautiful Blossom Cookies you’ve ever seen!

I remember last year when I first made these during the holiday season. They smelled so darn good!! All that chocolate and peanut butter…

They’re a simple recipe that’s fun and easy to make, even for kids! Unwrapping those shiny Hershey Kisses and pressing them into warm cookies is a joy that brings out the holiday spirit.

These cookies are soft and chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness. I’m pretty sure Jeremy ate a whole platter of them on his own.

Rolling the cookie dough balls in festive sprinkles adds a colorful touch that’s perfect for holiday cookie platters or a cookie exchange.

Trust me, these cookies will disappear faster than you can say “Merry Christmas!”

So, grab your measuring cup, preheat your oven, and let’s get baking! These Blossom Cookies are to die for!

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1. Delicious Flavor Combination: The blend of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter creates a chewy peanut butter cookie that’s simply irresistible.
2. Festive Appearance: Rolling the cookies in sprinkles or colored sugar makes them stand out on any holiday cookie platter.
3. Easy to Make: With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this classic recipe is perfect for both beginners and seasoned bakers.

• All-purpose flour
• Cocoa powder
• Cornstarch
• Baking soda
• Baking powder
• Fine sea salt
• Unsalted butter, softened
• Granulated sugar
• Large egg
• Creamy peanut butter
• Vanilla extract
• Christmas nonpareils (sprinkles)
• Chocolate kisses, unwrapped

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1. Line a sheet tray with parchment paper, set aside.
2. In a large bowl, stir together the flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until combined, set aside.
3. In a large bowl with an electric hand mixer or in the body of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream the butter with the sugar for 2 minutes. 
4. Add the egg and mix it in until combined. 
5. Add the peanut butter and vanilla extract, mix it in until combined, scrape down the sides as needed.
6. Add the dry mixture to the wet and stir it in until combined with no dry patches.
7. Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop, place scoops of the dough not touching but closer together on the prepared sheet tray.
8. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to chill, even best overnight if you have the time.
9. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line sheet trays with parchment paper, set aside.
10. Place the sprinkles into a small bowl. Roll the cookie dough into a ball then roll it in the sprinkles/sugar. 
11. Place the cookies 2 inches apart on the sheet trays. Bake for 9-11 minutes until puffed up and start to crack.

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1. Let the cookies cool for 5 minutes on the sheet tray. Place a kiss in the center of the cookies, pressing down until it sticks. 
2. Place the tray directly into the freezer for 10 minutes to prevent the chocolate from melting. 
3. Transfer to a wire rack while you bake the rest of the cookies.

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WHAT KIND OF SPRINKLES SHOULD I USE?

You can use any sprinkles you like! We use Christmas nonpareils.

Mk Red and green sanding sugar, or even crushed candy canes work great.

The sprinkles add a festive touch and a bit of crunch to these classic Christmas cookies.

They’re perfect for making your cookies stand out on a holiday cookie platter.

CAN THESE BE MADE AHEAD?

Absolutely! You can prepare the cookie dough balls and store them in the refrigerator for up to two days before baking.

Just keep them in an airtight container or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap.

This makes it easy to have fresh-baked cookies whenever you need them during the busy holiday season.

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ANY ADDITIONS?

Bring it on! Christmas cookies come in all shapes and sizes, and these are no different.

• Use dark chocolate kisses instead of milk chocolate for a richer flavor.
• Add a pinch of cinnamon to the dry ingredients for a warm, spicy note.
• Stir in mini chocolate chips to the dough for extra chocolate goodness.
• Roll the dough in colored sugar instead of sprinkles for a sparkling effect.
• Press a peanut butter cup into the center instead of a kiss for more peanut butter flavor.
• Top with a drizzle of melted white chocolate after baking for decoration.
• Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top for a minty twist.
• Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the dough for some crunch.
• Include a dash of espresso powder in the dough to enhance the chocolate flavor.
• Use almond extract instead of vanilla for a different taste.

ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?

You can definitely try new things, especially if you have some dietary needs.

Tell me how yours turn out in the comments!

• Natural peanut butter can replace creamy peanut butter; just make sure it’s well-stirred.
• Gluten-free all-purpose flour can be used to make these cookies gluten-free.
• Coconut sugar can substitute for granulated sugar for a natural sweetener.
• Vegan butter and a flax egg can make this recipe vegan-friendly.
• Dark brown sugar can replace granulated sugar for a deeper molasses flavor.
• Almond butter can be used instead of peanut butter for a different nutty flavor.

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Room Temp: Place the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.

They will stay fresh for up to a week.

To keep them soft, you can add a slice of bread to the container.

Freezer: You can freeze the baked cookies or the unbaked dough.

For baked cookies, layer them between sheets of parchment paper in an airtight container or freezer bag.

They will keep for up to three months.

For unbaked dough, shape it into balls and freeze on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Again, freeze for up to three months.

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These Blossom Cookies are a sweet addition to your holiday baking lineup.

We’re talking tons of chocolate flavor, a creamy Hershey’s Kiss center, and festive sprinkles.

A big contender for a favorite cookie for you and your family.

This simple recipe is fun to make and even more fun to eat.