Why Make This Recipe
Crumbl Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are a delightful treat that brings together the irresistible flavors of peanut butter and rich chocolate. If you are a fan of cookies and love peanut butter, these cookies will surely satisfy your sweet tooth. They are soft, chewy, and filled with chunks of Reese’s peanut butter cups, offering a delicious surprise in every bite. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion, a gathering, or just to enjoy at home, these cookies are perfect for any peanut butter lover.
How to Make Crumbl Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg at room temperature
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 & 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp corn starch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup Reese’s peanut butter cups (roughly chopped, about 5 Reese’s)
- 2/3 cup Reese’s peanut butter chips
- 1 & 1/2 tsp oil (vegetable or canola)
- 1/2 cup Reese’s peanut butter cups (roughly chopped, about 5 Reese’s)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350F, then line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Cream the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract, then mix until everything is well combined.
- In a separate bowl, add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, corn starch, and salt. Mix these dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no flour is visible.
- Gently fold in the roughly chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups.
- Using a large cookie scoop, scoop out 9 equally sized cookie dough balls. Roll them in your hands, then gently flatten them to about 1 inch thickness. Freeze the cookie dough discs for 15 minutes.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-13 minutes and remove them once they are golden.
- Melt the peanut butter chips with the oil in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between.
- Generously drizzle the melted peanut butter chips over each hot cookie. Spread it around and top with additional chopped Reese’s cups.
- Let the cookies cool fully on the baking sheet, then enjoy!
How to Serve Crumbl Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
Serve these delicious cookies warm with a glass of milk. They make a great dessert after dinner or a sweet snack during the day. You could also serve them at parties or gatherings, impressing your friends and family with their rich flavors.
How to Store Crumbl Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
To keep these cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze the cookies in a freezer-safe container for longer storage. Just be sure to separate layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Tips to Make Crumbl Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
- Make sure your butter is soft but not melted for the right texture in the dough.
- You can use chunky peanut butter if you prefer a bit of texture in your cookies.
- If you want an extra chocolatey flavor, you can add chocolate chips along with the peanut butter chips.
Variation
Consider adding different kinds of candy or nuts to the cookie dough if you want to mix things up. For example, chopped chocolate bars or pretzel bits work well.
FAQs
Q: Can I use natural peanut butter for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use natural peanut butter, but the texture may be slightly different.
Q: How do I know when the cookies are done baking?
A: The cookies should be lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
Q: Can I make the dough ahead of time?
A: Absolutely! You can prepare the cookie dough and freeze it for up to three months. Just thaw and bake whenever you’re ready!
Crumbl Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract, then mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, corn starch, and salt.
- Mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no flour is visible.
- Gently fold in the roughly chopped Reese's peanut butter cups.
- Using a large cookie scoop, scoop out 9 equally sized cookie dough balls.
- Roll them in your hands, flatten to about 1 inch thickness, and freeze the dough discs for 15 minutes.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-13 minutes until golden.
- Melt the peanut butter chips with the oil in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between.
- Generously drizzle the melted peanut butter chips over each hot cookie.
- Spread it around and top with additional chopped Reese's cups.
- Let the cookies cool fully on the baking sheet before enjoying.