Description
Indulgent triple reeses peanut butter cookies blend chocolate and peanut butter in a delightful dessert that promises pure bliss. Sweet crumbles of candy nestled in rich dough create an irresistible treat for chocolate and peanut butter enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 reese’s peanut butter cups (chopped)
- 3 reese’s pieces (crushed)
Sweeteners:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Binding and Leavening:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, creating a non-stick surface for your decadent cookies.
- Cream together softened butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then blend in vanilla extract to enhance the rich flavor profile.
- Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, ensuring even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until a cohesive dough forms without overmixing.
- Gently fold in chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups and crushed Reese’s pieces, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving approximately 2 inches between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the centers appear slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For an extra indulgent touch, optionally drizzle melted chocolate or sprinkle additional crushed Reese’s pieces over the cooled cookies.
Notes
- Prevent Overmixing by gently folding ingredients to maintain a tender, soft cookie texture that doesn’t become tough or dense.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and create a more structured, compact cookie shape.
- Customize for Dietary Needs by substituting gluten-free flour blend and using dairy-free butter alternatives for those with specific dietary restrictions.
- Enhance Flavor Complexity by experimenting with different Reese’s product variations, such as dark chocolate or white chocolate peanut butter cups, to create unique taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg