Peanut Butter Blossoms with Almond Flour are a must-have cookie on your holiday plate! They are soft, chewy, and so simple to make.
Gluten-free peanut butter blossoms with almond flour will be a hit on your holiday cookie platter this holiday season! Soft and chewy cookies loaded with peanut butter flavor and a chocolate center. According to a poll, peanut butter blossoms are the most popular Christmas cookie in the country. Everyone loves the peanut butter and chocolate combo and you will too! I love this gluten-free version made with almond flour. The almond flour gives a little extra nutty flavor too. They are really simple to prepare. Just mix the dough, roll it into balls, then place a chocolate kiss in the center. That is it! No chilling is required.
I adapted this recipe from my almond flour peanut butter cookie recipe. After making that recipe I was inspired to make a peanut butter blossoms recipe as well!
Ingredients
How to Make Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Blossoms
- Beat butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract together until completely combined.
- Add in almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Scoop the dough then roll them into balls. Roll the dough balls in sugar if desired then place them on the prepared cookie sheet. Press a Hershey’s kiss into each dough ball.
- Bake for 10-13 minutes. Let cool on the cookie sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
FAQ’s
What Type of Peanut Butter Should I use for Blossom Cookies?
Use creamy peanut butter for the best results.
What Type of Sugar Should I Roll the Cookie Dough in Before Baking?
I used granulated sugar to roll before baking. You could also use green and red colored sugar for a more festive look. Course sugar can also be used.
Can I use a Peanut Butter Cup Instead of a Kiss Candy?
Yes, that would be a delicious swap!
Keto Peanut Butter Blossoms
To make these peanut butter blossoms keto just use keto-friendly brown sugar and chocolate. You may not be able to find keto chocolate kisses, but you can use a chocolate bar and break it into chunks.
Cookie Tips/Variations
- Use a cookie scoop for even portions. This helps them to bake evenly.
- You can roll the cookie dough in colored sugar or sprinkles for a more festive look.
- If your cookies have cracks that is totally normal.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Can I Freeze Peanut Butter Blossoms?
Yes. Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in the freezer. They will keep for up to 3 months. Let them defrost at room temperature or in the refrigerator before serving.
More Gluten-Free Cookie Recipes
Peanut Butter Blossoms with Almond Flour
Equipment
- 2 cookie sheets
- silicone baking mats or parchment paper
- hand or stand mixer
- spatula
- 1½ tablespoon cookie scoop
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups almond flour superfine, blanched
- ¾ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- sugar for rolling
- 18 Hershey's chocolate kisses
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line the cookie sheets with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
- Beat butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract together until completely combined. Add in almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Scoop the dough then roll them into balls. Roll the dough balls in sugar if desired then place them on the prepared cookie sheet. Gently press a Hershey's kiss into each dough ball.
- Bake for 10-13 minutes. Let cool on the cookie sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
I would put the kisses in after baking next time because the cooking leaves the chocolate a bit grainy.
Yes, you can put the kisses in after baking if you prefer. I appreciate your input Helen.
The hersheys kiss is supposed to be pressed in the cookie AFTER baking and then return to the oven for a couple minutes.
Yes Linda you can press the Hershey’s kiss in after baking if you want and put them in for a couple more minutes. Or you can press them in before baking as directed because the Hershey’s kisses don’t melt in that time. Whichever you prefer is fine!