Triple Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookies: The Ultimate Indulgent Treat
Ingredients and Why They Matter
Let’s take a closer look at the ingredients and how each contributes to the cookie’s structure and flavor.
Wet Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened: Butter gives these cookies a rich base and moist crumb.
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter: The star ingredient, adding nutty flavor and soft texture.
1/2 cup granulated sugar + 1/2 cup packed brown sugar: The sugar combo balances sweetness and gives the cookies that perfect chewy inside.
1 large egg: Acts as a binder, helping all ingredients stick together.
1 tsp vanilla extract: Rounds out the flavors.
Dry Ingredients
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour: The base structure for the cookie.
1/2 tsp baking soda: Provides leavening so the cookies puff up.
1/4 tsp salt: Enhances and balances all the sweet and nutty flavors.
Mix-Ins
1/2 cup chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups: Provides melty pockets of chocolate-peanut butter.
1/2 cup peanut butter chips: Amplifies the peanut butter flavor.
1/2 cup Reese’s Pieces candies: Adds texture and a crunch.
Equipment You Need
Mixing bowls
Electric mixer (optional, but helpful)
Measuring cups and spoons
Cookie scoop or spoon
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Prep Your Baking Station
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper so the cookies won’t stick.
Step 2: Cream the Butter, Peanut Butter, and Sugars
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until the texture is light and fluffy—about 2-3 minutes. This step helps create that soft, chewy texture everyone loves.
Step 3: Add the Egg and Vanilla
Crack in your egg and pour in the vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
Step 4: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined. Don’t overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
Step 5: Fold in the Reese’s Mix-ins
Use a spatula to gently fold in the chopped peanut butter cups, peanut butter chips, and Reese’s Pieces. Make sure the mix-ins are evenly distributed.
Step 6: Shape the Cookies
Using a medium cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons), scoop dough balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 7: Bake to Perfection
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set but still soft.
Step 8: Cool and Enjoy
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or cooled!
