A sweet and salty treat with peanut butter, mini chocolate chips, and a surprise Reese’s cup in the center of each bite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites are the ultimate combination of sweet and salty flavors. With creamy peanut butter, mini chocolate chips, and a rich Reese’s cup hidden inside each cookie, they’re a perfect indulgence for any peanut butter and chocolate lover. The bite-sized treats are easy to make, fun to eat, and irresistible every time. Whether you’re craving a quick snack or need a treat for a party, these cookie bites are a guaranteed hit!

Ingredients

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup peanut butter
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup mini chocolate chips
12 mini Reese’s peanut butter cups, unwrapped
½ cup melted chocolate for drizzle

Directions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
Cream the Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, beating until well combined.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until incorporated.
Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the mini chocolate chips.
Form the Dough Balls: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them into the mini muffin tin.
Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
Add Reese’s Cups: While the cookies are still warm, press a mini Reese’s peanut butter cup into the center of each cookie.
Drizzle with Chocolate: Once the cookies have cooled, drizzle them with melted chocolate for an extra indulgent touch.

Servings and Timing

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Variations

Add Nuts: If you like extra crunch, try adding chopped peanuts or walnuts to the dough for more texture.
Other Candy: You can swap the Reese’s cups with other candies like Snickers or Milky Way for a different twist.
Larger Cookies: Use a regular muffin tin instead of a mini muffin tin to make bigger cookie bites.
Drizzle Options: Try adding caramel or white chocolate drizzle in addition to the dark chocolate for a flavor boost.

Storage/Reheating

Storage: Store leftover cookie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to get the chocolate gooey again or enjoy them as is.

FAQs

1. Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of smooth?

Yes, crunchy peanut butter can be used to add extra texture to the cookies.

2. Can I make these cookies without the Reese’s cups?

Absolutely! If you prefer, you can skip the Reese’s cups and just make peanut butter chocolate chip cookies. The flavor will still be amazing!

3. Can I use natural peanut butter?

Yes, but the consistency might be different. You may need to adjust the flour or butter to get the dough to the right texture.

4. Can I freeze these cookie bites?

Yes! You can freeze the unbaked dough balls. Just freeze them on a baking sheet before transferring them to a freezer bag. When ready to bake, you can bake them directly from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.

5. Can I use other types of chocolate chips?

Yes, feel free to swap the mini chocolate chips with milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate chips for a different flavor.

6. Can I skip the drizzle?

Of course! The drizzle is an optional extra for added richness, but the cookie bites are already delicious without it.

7. How can I make these cookies gluten-free?

You can substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend to make these cookies gluten-free.

8. How do I know when the cookies are done?

The cookies are done when they’re golden brown around the edges. They’ll also be soft in the center but will firm up as they cool.

9. How do I get the Reese’s cup to stay in place?

Press the Reese’s cup gently into the center of each cookie while it’s still warm. The warmth will help it settle in nicely.

10. Can I use larger Reese’s cups?

Yes, if you want larger cookies, you can use the regular-size Reese’s cups and make bigger cookie bites. Just be sure to adjust the dough portion accordingly.

Conclusion

These Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites are an irresistible treat that combines two of the best flavors—peanut butter and chocolate—in a convenient, bite-sized form. Whether you’re looking for a fun party dessert or a sweet snack, these cookie bites are sure to satisfy your cravings. With their gooey center and delicious drizzle, they’re a must-try for any chocolate and peanut butter lover!