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Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

Delicious cookies combining the irresistible flavors of chocolate and peanut butter, featuring mini Reese's cups.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mini Reese's Peanut Butter Cups chopped

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cookie scoop or spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and peanut butter. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  4. Mix in granulated sugar and brown sugar until well incorporated. Then add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until light and fluffy.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in the chopped mini Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
  8. Using a cookie scoop, drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies pair wonderfully with a glass of milk or are perfect for cookie exchanges.