Peanut Butter Blossoms

01Method

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl and set aside.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, cream the shortening, peanut butter, half of the white sugar, and the brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg, milk, and vanilla until just combined, then gradually incorporate the flour mixture until a dough forms.

4. 4

   Shape the dough into small balls and roll each one in the remaining white sugar to coat. Arrange on baking sheets and press a shallow indent into the center of each ball with your thumb.

5. 5

   Bake until lightly golden, 9 to 11 minutes. Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie, then let them cool briefly on the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.