Why Make This Recipe
If you love peanut butter and chocolate, then Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies are a must-try! These cookies bring together the rich flavor of creamy peanut butter and the fun crunch of Reese’s Pieces, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for a party, a family gathering, or just craving something sweet, these cookies will satisfy your dessert desires.
How to Make Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup peanut butter chips
- 2 cups Reese’s Pieces
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the peanut butter chips and Reese’s Pieces.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden but the centers are still gooey.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
How to Serve Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies
These cookies are perfect on their own, but you can also serve them with a glass of milk or scoop of ice cream. They make a great addition to dessert tables or snack time. Consider placing a few on a plate as a treat for guests, or giving them as gifts to friends and family!
How to Store Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies
Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want them to last longer, you can freeze them! Just place the cookies in a freezer-safe bag or container and store them in the freezer for up to three months. When you’re ready to enjoy, let them thaw at room temperature.
Tips to Make Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies
- Make sure your butter is softened for easier mixing.
- Do not overmix the dough once you add the flour. This helps keep the cookies soft and chewy.
- For a stronger peanut butter flavor, you can add a bit more peanut butter or use crunchy peanut butter instead.
- If you want even thicker cookies, chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking.
Variation
You can switch things up by adding different types of chips, such as chocolate chips or butterscotch chips, along with or instead of the peanut butter chips. You can also try adding nuts, like chopped peanuts, for an extra crunch.
FAQs
1. Can I use natural peanut butter in this recipe?
Yes, you can use natural peanut butter, but it may change the texture slightly. Natural peanut butter tends to be a bit thinner, so you might need to adjust the flour amount.
2. Can I make these cookies gluten-free?
Yes! You can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend that measures cup-for-cup.
3. How do I know when the cookies are done baking?
The cookies are done when the edges are golden, and the centers look slightly underbaked. They will continue to cook as they cool on the baking sheet.
Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delicious cookies combining creamy peanut butter and crunchy Reese’s Pieces, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup peanut butter chips
- 2 cups Reese’s Pieces
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the peanut butter, softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the peanut butter chips and Reese’s Pieces.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden but the centers are still gooey.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. Consider using crunchy peanut butter for more texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
