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Published: Aug 26, 2022 · Modified: May 1, 2023 by Kelly Bloom · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Reese's Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies

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Peanut butter cookies with Reeses Pieces combine the classic flavors of peanut butter with the fun and festive crunch of Reese's Pieces candies. These peanut butter cookies are easy to make and sure to please everyone who tries them!

stack of four peanut butter cookies.

Why you will love this recipe

Peanut butter cookies with Reeses Pieces are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that everyone will love. The Reese's Pieces add a fun and festive touch, and they make the cookies even more irresistible.

This Reese's Pieces cookie recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you're baking for a special event or just looking for a quick and easy snack. A few more reasons why you'll love this recipe for peanut butter cookies with Reese's Pieces:

  • Super Easy. The dough comes together quickly and easily, and the cookies are baked in just a few minutes.
  • Delicious. The cookies are soft and chewy, with a perfect balance of peanut butter and chocolate flavor. The Reese's Pieces add a fun and festive touch, and they make the cookies even more irresistible.
  • Versatile. You can serve them plain, or you can get creative and add additional mix-in's, such as chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
  • Perfect for any occasion. Whether you're baking for Halloween event, or just looking for a quick and easy snack, these cookies are sure to please everyone who tries them.

For more amazing Halloween Party treats see our Mummy Brownies, Monster Cookie Truffles, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cake, Halloween Snack Mix, Reese's Peanut Butter Fudge, and Sweet and Sour Bat Wings. Your party guests will have a spooky time at your Halloween table!

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  • How to Make Peanut Butter Cookies With Reese's Pieces
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Related Recipes
  • Substitutions
  • Variations
  • Equipment
  • Top Tips
  • Food Safety
  • Frequently asked questions
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Ingredients

  • All Purpose Flour
  • Baking soda
  • Baking powder
  • Salt
  • Butter - Softened to room temperature.
  • Granulated white sugar
  • Light Brown sugar
  • Peanut Butter - Creamy or chunky, your choice.
  • Reese's Pieces Peanut Butter Candies
  • Egg
  • Vanilla extract

ingredients for Reeses Peanut Butter cookies.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to Make Peanut Butter Cookies With Reese's Pieces

Reese's Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies are easy and delicious cookies that will please any peanut butter lover. With just a few simple ingredients, these cookies can be whipped up in no time! Plus, they're just perfect during the Fall and Halloween season!

You can use either creamy or chunky peanut butter. I always opt for the chunky, as I love little bits of peanuts mixed into my baked peanut butter cookies.

Cream the Butter & Sugar

  1. Preheat your oven to 350° F. Line two large cookie sheets with parchment paper or Silpat mats.
bowl with sugar and butter.
  1. Cream the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until creamy.
bowl with egg dropped into sugar & butter.
  1. Next, add the egg and the vanilla. Mix well until a little fluffy in texture.

Mix in the Peanut Butter

peanut butter added to bowl of cookie mixture.
  1. Add your room temperature peanut butter. Mix in really well.
flour in a bowl.
  1. Add the baking soda, baking powder, and the salt to the flour and blend well.

Mix in the Flour

flour being mixed into dough.
  1. Add the flour to the sugar and egg mixture, mixing well after each small addition.
dough stirred up in a bowl.
  1. Using a spatula, pull the dough together so that it is a ball and no flour remains.

Form the Cookies

balls of peanut butter cookie dough on cookie sheet.
  1. Roll the dough into 24 equal sized balls, placing about 2" apart on a cookie sheet.
Reese's pieces pressed into cookie dough.
  1. Press down slightly using the tines of a fork. Place three Reese's Pieces on each cookie. Chill formed cookie dough 30 minutes then bake.

Bake Until Slightly Golden Brown

  1. Remove chilled cookies and bake 17 to 18 minutes in the preheated oven.

  2. Let sit for 5 minutes then transfer to a rack to cool. Enjoy!
baked Reese's Pieces cookies on a baking tray.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these Reese's Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies any time, but they are especially popular as treats for at Halloween. Whether you are hosting a party for your children or contributing to an office party, these are fast and easy to make.

For more easy Halloween Party treats see our Mummy Brownies, Monster Cookie Truffles, Mummy Pigs in a Blanket, and Sweet and Sour Bat Wings. Your party guests will have a spooky time at your Halloween table!

platter or Reese's Pieces Peanut Butter cookies.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Related Recipes

  • Reese's Peanut Butter Fudge
  • Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cake
  • Hocus Pocus Brownies

Substitutions

If you or a loved one has peanut allergies, just substitute the peanut butter with almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or even cashew butter. Follow the directions just the same otherwise.

Variations

There are many variations you can try with this Reese's Pieces peanut butter cookie recipe. Instead of putting Reese's Peanut Butter Pieces on top, try mixing in either Chocolate Chips, Peanut Butter Chips, or the Reese's Pieces and Mini Cup mixture.

Equipment

Having the right baking equipment ensures ingredients are properly measured and helps ensure a perfect outcome for. The right tools for the right task are important. Some of my standbys are:

  • Large Rimmed Cookie sheet with cooling racks
  • Silicone spatula
  • Mixing Bowls
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups

Top Tips

  • Remove from oven even if you think they are not quite ready. They will continue to cook after you remove them.
  • Use softened butter and peanut butter.
  • Chill the formed cookies for 15 to 20 minutes to firm up before cooking.

Food Safety

  • Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
  • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
  • Wash hands after touching raw meat
  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
  • Never leave cooking food unattended
  • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
  • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Do these cookies freeze well?

Yes they do. With one caveat. Since you have Reese's Pieces candies on the top, let them defrost in the refrigerator first. This will control any condensation build up on the candies and prevent them getting sticky.

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Reese's Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies

Reese's Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies combine the classic flavors of peanut butter with the fun and festive crunch of Reese's Pieces candies. These cookies are easy to make and sure to please everyone who tries them!
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time18 minutes mins
chill time (optional)30 minutes mins
Total Time38 minutes mins
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 Cookies
Calories: 170kcal
Author: Kelly Bloom

Equipment

  • Large Rimmed Cookie sheet with cooling racks
  • Silicone spatula
  • Mixing Bowls
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups

Ingredients

  • 1 ⅓ cup all purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • ¾ cup peanut butter creamy or crunchy
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 oz Reese's Pieces
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Pre heat your oven to 350° F. Line two large cookie sheets with parchment paper or silpat mats.
  • In a medium size mixing bowl, measure the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Blend them together well. Set aside for later.
    1 ⅓ cup all purpose flour, ¾ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt
  • In a larger mixing bowl, cream your brown sugar, white granulated sugar, and butter with a hand mixer. Mix in the egg and the vanilla extract. Combine well.
    ½ cup butter, ½ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup light brown sugar, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Add the peanut butter to the sugar and egg mixture. Blend well.
    ¾ cup peanut butter
  • Using your hand mixer, add the blended flour ingredients into the sugar, egg, and peanut butter mixture. Mix in well after each addition. When it gets thick, switch to a spatula.
  • Scrape the sides of the bowl clean, forming a ball of dough. Scoop out into 24 equal size scoops and form each into a ball. Using fork tines, flatten to ½" tall discs.
  • Place three Reese's Pieces on each cookie, pressing into the cookie gently. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or freezer for 15. Remove chilled cookies and bake 17 to 18 minutes.
  • Let sit for 5 minutes then transfer to a rack to cool. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Remove from oven even if you think they are not quite ready. They will continue to cook after you remove them.
  • Use softened butter and peanut butter.
  • Chill the formed cookies for 15 to 20 minutes to firm up before cooking.

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 146mg | Potassium: 63mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 129IU | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg
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