Small Batch Peanut Butter Blossoms

Step 1

Heat oven to 375° F (190° C).

Step 2

In a medium sized bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of the granulated sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter, butter, and the egg yolk with an electric mixer.

Step 3

Add the flour, baking soda, and baking powder to the bowl and mix until dough forms.

Step 4

Pour remaining tablespoon of sugar in a separate small bowl and set aside.Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll in the sugar and place 2-inches apart on a cookie sheet.

Step 5

Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove cookie sheet from the oven and immediately press 1 chocolate candy into the center of each cookie.

Step 6

Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack and let cool for at least 30 minutes or until chocolate is set.