Adorable Peanut Heart Cookies

Category: Desserts That Transform Moments

If you're craving cookies that are super soft and absolutely packed with peanut flavor, these will hit the spot. Mix your dough, form little balls, roll 'em in sugar, then bake 'em just right. While they're still warm, pop a chocolate heart on top. There's no waiting around for chilling, and you'll just need basic baking stuff. Hand them out on Valentine’s Day or anytime you want to give someone a cute treat—they make awesome gifts thanks to that sweet heart shape.

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Created By Mia Laurent
Updated on Sat, 14 Jun 2025 01:00:06 GMT
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These peanut butter blossom cookies are a sweet classic, but with chocolate hearts on top, they're extra special any time of year. They're ready in a flash, no chilling needed, and you probably have the basics in your kitchen already. When they come out of the oven and the chocolate hearts start melting a little, nobody can resist grabbing one.

I first made these cookies with my kids before they even made it to kindergarten. No matter how wobbly those chocolate hearts looked, every single one got eaten up fast.

Ingredients

  • Heart-shaped chocolate candies: gives that classic blossom look, use Hershey Hearts or any chocolate with a heart shape
  • Vanilla extract: boosts the flavor, real extract is best
  • Egg: brings everything together and keeps cookies moist, works best if not too cold
  • Butter: makes the dough smooth and tasty, soft and unsalted is your friend here
  • Peanut butter: the main flavor star, go for creamy and no chunks
  • Brown sugar: adds a hint of caramel flavor and helps with soft texture
  • White sugar: for sweetness and a delicate surface, fine sugar works well
  • Salt: brings out the sweetness, fine salt mixes in best
  • Baking powder: for a finer crumb and a fluffy bite, you can use it along with baking soda
  • Baking soda: makes the cookies puff up a bit, so make sure it’s fresh
  • All-purpose flour: the base for classic cookies, check there are no lumps for best results

Simple Step-by-Step

Pop the chocolate hearts on:
Once you’ve pulled the cookies out of the oven, quickly press a chocolate heart into each hot cookie. Let them cool so the chocolate sets — then dig in.
Bake:
Space the dough balls out on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in the center of the oven at 175°C (that’s about 350°F) for 10-12 minutes. They'll crack on top when they’re done.
Roll and coat:
Scoop about a tablespoon and a half of dough and gently roll it into a ball. Coat each ball well in fine sugar until it’s fully covered.
Add the dry stuff:
Now briefly mix in the flour mixture on low until everything just comes together and forms a dough. That keeps the cookies nice and tender.
Add egg and vanilla:
Add the egg and vanilla to the creamed sugar and butter. Give it another minute with the mixer so it all blends together smoothly.
Cream sugar and butter:
In a big bowl, beat both sugars, peanut butter, and soft butter with a hand mixer for about two minutes on medium-high. It should be pale and fluffy.
Prep the dry mix:
Start by whisking together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl — this stops any lumps in your dough.
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Need to Know

Even after they cool down, these cookies stay soft and fresh — thanks to the peanut butter. You can get creative with decorations and swap toppings for different holidays. I’m always a fan of chocolate and peanut butter, but it’s extra fun when my daughter purposely presses the heart on crooked so it looks like it got a funny kiss. Honestly, baking these together is the best part.

Storing Tips

Keep your cookies in an airtight container and they’ll stay nice and fresh for about five days. Want to save them longer? Freeze them! Lay them flat on a tray to freeze, then move to a freezer-safe box. Let them defrost right on the counter.

Ingredient Swaps

If you can’t get heart-shaped chocolates, regular chocolate kisses or small chocolate bars work too. Need to skip peanuts? Try almond butter instead — just know the flavor will be a bit different.

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Serving Suggestions

These cookies make an awesome little gift, especially on Valentine’s Day. Set them out on a cute plate and maybe add some colorful sprinkles on top. They’re perfect with coffee, hot chocolate, or as a kid's birthday snack too!

Cultural Background

Peanut butter blossoms are a classic in the US and you’ll find them on sweet trays at gatherings for decades. The peanut butter and chocolate combo brings everyone to the table. And with those little chocolate hearts for Valentine’s Day, these cookies really hit the nostalgia button.

Common Recipe Questions

→ How should I keep the cookies fresh?

Toss the cookies in any airtight container and just keep them on the counter so they stay tasty and tender.

→ Can I use a different kind of chocolate?

Totally! Any chocolate heart or even basic chocolate chunks will work great here.

→ Is it okay to freeze these cookies?

Yep, you can freeze the dough or finished cookies without a problem. Thaw them whenever you're ready to snack.

→ How do I stop the chocolate from melting everywhere?

Put those chocolate hearts on right after baking, but let the cookies cool down all the way before you stack or move them.

→ Do I need any special molds or cutters?

Nope! Just shape the dough balls with your hands, then finish with a chocolate heart for the cute look.

Peanut Heart Cookies

Peanut butter cookies with gooey chocolate hearts. They're soft, light, and sweet enough to fit any mood.

Prep Time
10 minutes
Cooking Time
12 minutes
Total Duration
22 minutes
Created By: Mia Laurent

Recipe Category: Sweet Comfort

Skill Level: Beginner-Friendly

Recipe Cuisine: American

Recipe Yield: 24 Number of Servings (24 pieces)

Dietary Categories: Vegetarian-Friendly

Ingredients You’ll Need

→ Dough stuff

01 1 egg, medium size
02 115 g unsalted butter, softened
03 100 g white sugar, plus extra for rolling
04 110 g light brown sugar, loosely packed
05 190 g creamy peanut butter
06 1 tsp vanilla extract
07 0.75 tsp baking soda
08 0.5 tsp baking powder
09 190 g plain flour (all-purpose)
10 0.25 tsp salt

→ Topping

11 32 heart-shaped Hershey chocolates

Steps to Make It

Step 01

Once baked, set the pan down and gently pop a chocolate heart right in the middle of each hot cookie.

Step 02

Bake in the hot oven for 10 to 12 minutes. You'll know they're done when little cracks show on top.

Step 03

Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough. Roll them into balls, then roll in some white sugar. Space the balls apart, around 5 cm, on a tray lined with parchment.

Step 04

Pour your flour mix into the bowl and mix on low just until it all comes together. Stop as soon as it's combined.

Step 05

Crack in the egg and pour in the vanilla. Keep mixing for another minute until it all looks even.

Step 06

Toss both sugars, peanut butter and the soft butter into a big bowl. Use your hand mixer or stand mixer to beat on medium until it's pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 07

Stir your flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt in a small bowl. Mix it up well, then set it aside for now.

Step 08

Switch your oven to 175°C and let it heat up, using both top and bottom heat if you can.

Extra Information

  1. Leave your butter out before starting. When it's at room temp everything mixes better and your dough stays soft, not tough.

Essential Tools

  • Baking tray
  • Parchment sheet
  • Stand or hand mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring spoons

Allergen Details

Review every item for allergen risks. Reach out to a healthcare expert for any concerns.
  • Has peanuts, gluten, milk and eggs.

Nutritional Details (Per Serving)

These figures are for general reference and shouldn’t replace expert medical guidance.
  • Caloric Content: 114
  • Fat Content: ~
  • Carbohydrate Content: ~
  • Protein Content: ~