The First Bite
I remember my first taste of these cookies. Warm peanut butter filled the air. A sweet, melty chunk of Reese’s surprised me. That first bite felt like pure joy. Ever wondered how to make store-bought treats even better?A Happy Kitchen Mess
My first try was a bit messy. I may have eaten some chopped Reese’s. The topping was almost too thick to spread. It was totally worth the sticky fingers. Home cooking reminds us that perfect is not the goal. The real goal is sharing something made with love.Why They Work So Well
The soft cookie base holds rich peanut butter flavor. It contrasts with the creamy, melty topping. Then you get crunchy candy pieces in every bite. Which flavor combo surprises you most: sweet, salty, or crunchy?A Sweet History
Peanut butter cookies are an American classic. They became popular in the early 1900s. Adding chocolate was a natural next step. *Did you know the Reese’s cup was invented in 1928?* This recipe is a fun twist on two beloved treats. Tell me your favorite cookie memory below
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Flour | 3 cups | |
| Baking powder | 2 teaspoons | |
| Cream of tartar | ½ teaspoon | |
| Unsalted butter | 1/2 cup | room temperature |
| Creamy peanut butter | ½ cup | |
| Light brown sugar | ½ cup | |
| Powdered sugar | 2 tablespoons | |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon | |
| Eggs | 2 | room temperature |
| Reese’s peanut butter cups | ½ cup | chopped |
| Reese’s peanut butter chips | 1 cup | |
| Coconut oil | 1 teaspoon | |
| Reese’s peanut butter cups | ½ cup | chopped (for topping) |
My Go-To Cookie for Serious Peanut Butter Lovers
Step 1 Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easy. Set the pan aside for now. Step 2 Whisk the flour, baking powder, and cream of tartar together. Sifting is best for a light cookie. This blends the dry ingredients perfectly. Your cookies will rise beautifully. Step 3 Cream the butter until it is light and fluffy. Then add both sugars and the peanut butter. Mix everything together very well. (My hard-learned tip: room temperature ingredients mix best). Step 4 Beat in the vanilla extract and the two eggs. Keep mixing until you see no yellow streaks. This ensures your dough is perfectly smooth. Your cookies will have a great texture. Step 5 Gently fold in the chopped peanut butter cups. Use a spatula for this step. Mixing by hand protects the chunks. This gives you a wonderful surprise in every bite. Step 6 Scoop the dough into ten equal balls. Place them two inches apart on your sheet. You may need two batches. This gives the cookies space to spread. Step 7 Flatten each dough ball to half an inch thick. Use the bottom of a flat glass. This helps them bake evenly. You will get a perfectly shaped cookie. Step 8 Bake the cookies for ten minutes exactly. Let them cool completely on the pan. They will finish setting as they cool. This keeps them wonderfully soft and chewy. What is the secret to a soft cookie? Share below! Step 9 Melt the peanut butter chips with coconut oil. Do this in the microwave in short bursts. Stir between each heating session. This creates a smooth, pourable topping. Step 10 Drizzle the melted topping over each cooled cookie. Use a spoon for the best control. Cover the top of each one generously. This is the extra peanut butter glory. Step 11 Sprinkle more chopped peanut butter cups on top. Press them in gently so they stick. This adds more crunch and flavor. Now your treats are ready to enjoy! Cook Time: 10 mins Total Time: 45 mins Yield: 10 cookies Category: Dessert, CookiesThree Tasty Twists on a Classic Treat
Try these fun spins next time you bake. They keep things exciting in the kitchen. Chocolate Drizzle Delight Melt semi-sweet chocolate chips. Drizzle it over the peanut butter topping. It looks fancy and tastes amazing. Salty Sweet Surprise Press a pinch of sea salt on top. Do this right after adding the topping. The salt makes the peanut butter pop. Crunchy Peanut Power Add a half cup of chopped peanuts. Mix them right into the cookie dough. It gives a wonderful extra crunch. Which twist will you try first? Vote in the comments!The Perfect Way to Serve Your Cookies
These cookies are a dream all on their own. But a few extras make them a real event. Serve them with a cold glass of milk. It is the classic pairing for a reason. For a fun adult treat, try a coffee stout beer. The dark notes love the peanut butter. You could also crumble one over vanilla ice cream. It makes the most incredible sundae. A little whipped cream on the side never hurts either. It is pure happiness in a bowl. Which would you choose tonight: milk, beer, or ice cream?
Storing Your Cookie Delights
Keep cookies in a sealed container. They stay fresh for three days. Freeze them for a month. Thaw on the counter before eating. I always hide a few in the freezer. It stops my family from eating them all at once.
You can make the dough ahead. Just freeze the scooped dough balls. Bake them straight from the freezer later. Add a few extra minutes to the bake time. This makes a fresh treat easy any day of the week.
Quick Fixes for Common Hiccups
Are your cookies spreading too much? Your butter was probably too warm. Chill your dough for 30 minutes before baking. This helps the cookies keep their perfect shape. Is your topping too thick? Add a tiny bit more coconut oil to thin it.
Did the peanut butter cups burn? Try chopping them a bit bigger. Larger pieces hold up better in the oven. My grandson taught me that trick after a batch of crumbs. What baking problem do you face most often?
Your Questions, Answered
Can I make these gluten-free? Yes! Use a good gluten-free flour blend. It works great in this recipe.
Can I make the dough ahead? Absolutely. Keep it covered in the fridge for up to two days.
What can I use instead of coconut oil? A neutral oil like vegetable oil will work just fine.
Can I double this recipe? You sure can. It scales up without any issues. Share with neighbors!
Any nut butter swaps? For a different twist, try using almond butter. It is delicious too.
A Final Note from My Kitchen
I hope these cookies bring you joy. They are a favorite in my house. Nothing beats a treat made with love. Did you give this recipe a try? Share your photos with Savory Discovery on Pinterest. I would love to see your baking wins.
Happy cooking! —Elowen Thorn.
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookie Delights
Description
These Reeses Peanut Butter Cookies are the marriage between a soft peanut butter cookie with chunks of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and a creamy, smooth peanut butter topping with even more peanut butter cup pieces. Peanut butter lovers will go nuts over these.
Ingredients
=== Cookie Topping ===
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an insulated cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a medium mixing sift or whisk together the 3 cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon cream of tartar.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the 1/2 cup unsalted butter until light and fluffy. Add the ½ cup creamy peanut butter, ½ cup light brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, mix well, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
- Stir in the 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 2 eggs until no streaks remain.
- Using a rubber spatula, fold in the chopped ½ cup Reese’s peanut butter cups by hand.
- Using a large cookie scoop (2 tablespoons) , scoop cookie dough into 10 balls. Place them onto the prepared cookie sheet, leaving 2 inches between. You might need to work in 2 batches.
- Using the bottom of a flat glass or measuring cup, flatten each cookie dough ball to about ½ inch thickness.
- Bake the cookies for 10 minutes and allow them to cool completely after baking.
- Melt the 1 cup Reese’s peanut butter chips and 1 teaspoon coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between until smooth.
- Using a spoon, pour the peanut butter mixture over the top of each cookie
- Sprinkle with chopped ½ cup Reese’s peanut butter cups.
- If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.