Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies Recipe
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies combine the creamy, nutty goodness of peanut butter cookies with a rich, chocolatey Reese’s cup center. This simple yet decadent recipe starts with a classic peanut butter cookie dough made with butter, sugar, and creamy peanut butter. The dough is rolled into small balls and baked in a mini muffin tin, creating a perfect shape to nestle the Reese’s cup once they come out of the oven. These soft and chewy cookies are a favorite for parties, gift boxes, or simply as a treat for peanut butter and chocolate lovers.
INGREDIENTS- Butter: 1/2 cup, softened, for a rich and soft cookie base
- Creamy peanut butter: 1/2 cup, adds smooth peanut flavor
- Sugar: 1/2 cup, for sweetness and slight crispness
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup, adds moisture and depth of flavor
- Vanilla extract: 1/2 tsp, enhances overall flavor
- Egg: 1 large, binds the dough
- Flour: 1 1/2 cups, to form the structure of the cookies
- Baking powder: 3/4 tsp, helps with slight rise
- Salt: 1/2 tsp, balances sweetness
- Mini Reese’s peanut butter cups: 1 (11 oz) bag, for the irresistible center
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Cream together softened butter, peanut butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Step 2:
- Mix in vanilla extract and egg until well incorporated. Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt, stirring until just combined.
- Step 3:
- Roll the dough into small balls and place each in a greased mini muffin pan.
- Step 4:
- Bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Step 5:
- Remove from the oven and quickly press a mini Reese’s cup into the center of each cookie.
- Step 6:
- Allow the cookies to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- Store in an airtight container to retain softness.
- Best enjoyed slightly warm for gooey chocolate centers.
- Gently press Reese’s cups into cookies while still warm for optimal melting.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a bit of sea salt on top before serving.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Chef Jamie recommends chilling the dough briefly to reduce spreading.
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are a perfect treat for those who crave the classic pairing of chocolate and peanut butter. Baked to perfection and filled with gooey Reese’s centers, these cookies offer a delicious mix of soft, chewy textures and bursts of flavor that make them unforgettable.
FAQsCan I substitute mini Reese’s cups?
Yes, other chocolate candies work well too, such as chocolate kisses or mini peanut butter cups.
Do I need to refrigerate the dough?
Not necessarily, but it helps control spreading if the kitchen is warm.
Can I use crunchy peanut butter?
Yes, for added texture, crunchy peanut butter can be used.
How should I store the cookies?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.