Name: Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter; 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips; 24 mini Reese’s peanut butter cups, unwrapped

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Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites are the ultimate indulgent treat for anyone who loves the combination of chocolate and peanut butter. These mini cookie cups are soft, chewy, and filled with a rich Reese’s cup center that melts perfectly into the cookie as it bakes. I always find them irresistible straight from the oven—or even the next day.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love this recipe because it combines all the best things about dessert: the crisp edges of a cookie, a gooey chocolate and peanut butter center, and a bite-sized shape that's perfect for snacking or sharing. These cookie bites are easy to make, bake up quickly, and they’re always a hit at parties, potlucks, or just as a treat for myself at home.

Ingredients

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All-purpose flour
Baking soda
Salt
Unsalted butter, softened
Granulated sugar
Brown sugar
Eggs
Vanilla extract
Creamy peanut butter
Mini chocolate chips
Mini Reese’s peanut butter cups (unwrapped)

Directions

I start by preheating my oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly greasing a mini muffin pan or lining it with mini cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, I whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a larger bowl, I cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
I beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and creamy peanut butter.
Gradually, I mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Then I stir in the mini chocolate chips.
I scoop about a tablespoon of dough into each mini muffin cup and press it down lightly.
I bake the cookie bites for 8–10 minutes, just until the tops are set and lightly golden.
Right after taking them out of the oven, I gently press a mini Reese’s cup into the center of each cookie bite.
I let them cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes about 24 cookie bites.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 10 minutes
Cooling time: 10 minutes
Total time: approximately 35 minutes

Variations

I sometimes switch out the mini Reese’s cups with other types of mini candies like Rolos or mini Snickers for a fun twist. If I want a deeper chocolate flavor, I use dark chocolate chips instead of the minis. For a crunchier bite, I’ve added chopped peanuts or pretzel pieces into the dough. These are easy to customize to suit whatever I’m craving.

Storage/Reheating

I store the cookie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. If I want to keep them longer, I freeze them for up to 2 months. To reheat, I pop them in the microwave for about 10 seconds to bring back that fresh-from-the-oven warmth and gooey center.

FAQs

What type of peanut butter works best?

I always use creamy peanut butter for a smooth texture, but chunky works too if I want a little extra crunch.

Can I use full-size Reese’s cups?

I stick with the mini ones so they fit neatly into the cookie cups, but I could chop a regular Reese’s into smaller pieces if needed.

Do I need to chill the dough?

No chilling is required for this recipe, which is one of the reasons I love how fast and easy it is to make.

How do I keep the Reese’s cups from melting too much?

I press them in right after baking, then let them set as the cookies cool. They melt just enough to soften but still keep their shape.

Can I make these in a regular muffin pan?

I recommend using a mini muffin pan to get that perfect bite-size shape. A regular pan would work, but I’d need to adjust the baking time and use more dough per cup.

Conclusion

Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites are one of my favorite quick desserts. They bring together everything I love in a sweet treat—rich flavor, soft texture, and that unmistakable chocolate-peanut butter combo. Whether I’m baking for a crowd or just treating myself, these cookie bites never disappoint.

Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites

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Author: Sue
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 24 cookie bites
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites are soft, chewy mini cookie cups filled with a gooey Reese’s cup center—perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin pan or line with mini cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
Beat in the egg, then add vanilla extract and peanut butter, mixing until well combined.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough into each mini muffin cup and press down lightly.
Bake for 8–10 minutes or until tops are set and lightly golden.
Immediately press a mini Reese’s cup into the center of each cookie bite after removing from oven.
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.