Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are an absolute must-try for any peanut butter lover! These delightful treats combine the rich, creamy goodness of peanut butter with the irresistible sweetness of chocolate cups. With the perfect balance of flavors and textures, these cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with mini Reese’s cups that melt in your mouth. Ideal for parties, holidays, or simply as a sweet snack, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Why You’ll Love This Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
This recipe for Peanut Butter Cup Cookies is not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying. Here are a few reasons why you’ll adore them:
- Quick and easy to prepare, making them perfect for last-minute gatherings.
- Soft and chewy texture that melts in your mouth.
- Rich chocolate and peanut butter combination that’s always a crowd-pleaser.
- Versatile enough to be customized with different fillings or toppings.
- Great for holiday cookie platters.
- Kids love them, making them an excellent treat for parties.
These cookies are a delightful take on peanut butter cookies and are sure to impress anyone who tries them. Plus, they fit perfectly into the American cuisine category!
Ingredients for Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
Gather these items:
- 17.5 oz Peanut Butter Cookie Mix
- 1 large egg
- 3 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 1 Tablespoon water
- 24 Mini Reese cups
How to Make Peanut Butter Cup Cookies Step-by-Step
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray mini muffin pans with cooking spray.
- Step 2: Mix the cookie mix with the egg, oil, and water. Mix until combined.
- Step 3: Scoop out about 1 Tablespoon of dough and shape them into balls.
- Step 4: Place cookie dough balls into the prepared mini muffin pan.
- Step 5: Bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Step 6: While the cookies are baking, unwrap 24 mini Reese’s Cups.
- Step 7: Remove the pan from the oven and press a mini Reese’s cup in the center of each cookie while the cookie is hot.
- Step 8: Allow to cool in the pan. Once cooled, remove from the pan.
Pro Tips for the Best Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
Keep these in mind:
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes.
- Don’t overbake; they should be soft when you remove them from the oven.
- For a fun twist, try adding chocolate chips to the dough for chocolate peanut butter cookies.
Best Ways to Serve Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
These cookies are perfect on their own, but here are a few serving ideas:
- Pair them with a glass of cold milk.
- Serve at parties for a crowd-pleasing dessert.
- Top with whipped cream for a fun peanut butter cup dessert.
How to Store and Reheat Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to meal prep, you can freeze the unbaked cookie dough balls. When ready to bake, simply add a couple of minutes to the baking time.
Frequently Asked Questions About Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
What’s the secret to perfect Peanut Butter Cup Cookies?
The secret lies in not overmixing the dough and ensuring you bake them just until they are set but still soft. This gives you those wonderfully chewy soft peanut butter cup cookies.
Can I make Peanut Butter Cup Cookies ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the dough and refrigerate it for a few days, or even freeze it for longer storage. Just remember to add the Reese’s cups after baking!
How do I avoid common mistakes with Peanut Butter Cup Cookies?
Common mistakes include overbaking the cookies or not allowing them to cool properly before removing them from the pan. Follow the peanut butter cup cookie instructions carefully for the best results.
Variations of Peanut Butter Cup Cookies You Can Try
Feeling adventurous? Here are some fun variations:
- Add crushed Oreos into the dough for peanut butter cup cookies with Oreos.
- Incorporate cream cheese into the cookie mix for a richer taste with peanut butter cup cookies with cream cheese.
- Try making no-bake peanut butter cup cookies for a quicker option!
With these variations, you can keep the flavor exciting and cater to different tastes!
For more delicious cookie recipes, check out our Sugar Plum Shortbread Cookies or Peanut Butter Spider Cookies.
For more tips on baking cookies, consider visiting King Arthur Baking for expert advice.
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Peanut Butter Cup Cookies: 24 Irresistible Treats
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Easy Peanut Butter Cookies are soft peanut butter cookies filled with rich peanut butter cups. A quick irresistible holiday cookie everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 17.5 oz Peanut Butter Cookie Mix
- 1 large egg
- 3 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 1 Tablespoon water
- 24 Mini Reese cups
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray mini muffin pans with cooking spray.
- Mix the cookie mix with the egg, oil, and water. Mix until combined.
- Scoop out about 1 Tablespoon of dough and shape them into balls.
- Place cookie dough balls into the prepared mini muffin pan.
- Bake 10-12 minutes.
- While the cookies are baking, unwrap 24 mini Reese’s Cups.
- Remove the pan from the oven and press a mini Reese’s cup in the center of each cookie while the cookie is hot.
- Allow to cool in the pan. Once cooled, remove from the pan.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 143
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg