Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookie Cups: A Sweet and Salty Treat

Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookie Cups! These bite-sized treats combine the perfect balance of crunchy peanut butter cups, soft cookie dough, and rich chocolate drizzle. A perfect dessert for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to eat.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips, melted (for drizzling)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together butter, sugar, and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Fold in the Reese’s: Gently fold in the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.
5. Bake the Cookies: Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Drizzle and Serve: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, drizzle with melted chocolate and let it set.

Tips:

• Can I substitute the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups? Yes, you can substitute the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups with other chopped candies, such as M&M’s or chocolate chips.
• Can I make these cookies ahead of time? Yes, you can bake the cookies ahead of time and store them in an airtight container at room temperature. Drizzle with the melted chocolate just before serving.
• Can I freeze the cookie dough? Yes, you can freeze the cookie dough for up to 3 months. Thaw it completely before baking.

These Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookie Cups are the perfect treat for any occasion. They are easy to make, delicious to eat, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Enjoy!

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Ingredients

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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped

1/4 cup chocolate chips, melted (for drizzling)

Instructions

A Chocolate Lover’s Dream

Prep the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Cream the Ingredients: In a bowl, cream together butter, sugar, and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla.

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. 4. Add the Reese’s: Gently fold in the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

Bake the Cookies: Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

Drizzle and Serve: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle with melted chocolate and let it set.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10-12 minutes

Total Time: 30-32 minutes

Yields: About 2 dozen cookies

• Author: Olivia Chen