Remember the first time you bit into a peanut butter blossom cookie? That perfect harmony of salty, chewy peanut butter and melt-in-your-mouth milk chocolate is a cookie delight, isn't it? These timeless classics aren't just any cookies; they're a cherished part of American holiday tradition, and a must-have on every Christmas cookie tray. But have you ever wondered about the origin story of this iconic treat? The peanut butter blossom's journey isn't just a family recipe whispered through generations; it's a culinary adventure that started in the legendary 1957 Pillsbury Bake-Off contest. The Classic Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies Recipe In 1957 the Pillsbury Bake-Off wasn't just a contest; it was a cultural phenomenon. Mrs. Freda Smith, a homemaker from Gibsonburg, Ohio, was a 1957 contender. Her secret weapon was a simple peanut butter cookie sporting a single, chocolatey, Hershey's Kiss. It was simplicity at its finest.
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