Description
Whip up these irresistible Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies in just 27 minutes! Soft, chewy, and bursting with crunchy peanut butter candies. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups Reese’s Pieces candies
Instructions
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract, beating until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix gently until everything is just combined.
- Fold in Reese’s Pieces: Carefully fold in the Reese’s Pieces candies to evenly distribute them throughout the dough.
- Scoop and Arrange: Use a tablespoon to scoop portions of dough and place them on the lined baking sheets. Be sure to space them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake and Cool: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Preparation for these cookies is incredibly easy and fun! Start by gathering all your ingredients and ensuring your butter is softened for easy mixing. The key to getting that perfectly chewy texture is to cream the butter, sugars, and peanut butter thoroughly to incorporate air into the dough. As you fold in the Reese’s Pieces, try not to overmix the dough to maintain a soft, tender cookie. When placing the dough balls on the baking sheet, make sure they are evenly spaced to avoid spreading. Lastly, don’t overbake the cookies—remove them when they are just set, as they will continue to firm up as they cool. Enjoy your warm, candy-filled treats straight from the oven!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes