Description
These No Bake Peanut Butter Blossoms are a delightful and easy-to-make treat combining creamy peanut butter, crispy rice cereal, and a signature chocolate kiss center. Perfect for a quick dessert or festive snack, they require no baking and come together in under an hour, making them ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Mixture
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey or light corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-Ins
- 2 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal
- 24 chocolate kisses, unwrapped
Instructions
- Melt Peanut Butter and Honey: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the peanut butter and honey. Stir constantly until the mixture is melted and smooth, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat once smooth.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract to the melted mixture, blending thoroughly for flavor.
- Incorporate Cereal: Gently fold the crispy rice cereal into the peanut butter mixture until every piece is fully coated with the sticky mixture, ensuring an even texture.
- Shape the Cookies: Allow the mixture to cool slightly to make handling easier. Then scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll it into a ball. Place these balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Add Chocolate Kisses: Gently press one unwrapped chocolate kiss into the center of each peanut butter ball, lightly pressing to secure.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the cookies for at least 30 minutes or until firm. This step helps the cookies set and the chocolate kiss to stay in place.
- Store Properly: Store the finished cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add chopped peanuts into the mixture.
- Use certified gluten-free crispy rice cereal to keep the recipe gluten-free.
- Chocolate kisses can be substituted with mini peanut butter cups or dark chocolate squares for variety.
