Instructions
Step 1: Make the Dough
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in Reese’s cups, peanut butter chips, and Reese’s Pieces.
Step 2: Scoop and Bake
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look just set.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tips for Success
- Freeze Reese’s cups slightly before chopping to reduce melting.
- Press a few extra candies on top before baking for bakery-style looks.
- Chill dough for thicker cookies if your kitchen is warm.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Natural peanut butter: Works, but may yield drier texture.
- Brown sugar: Use all light or dark depending on preference.
- Peanut butter cups: Swap in mini peanut butter cups or dark chocolate Reese’s.
Storage & Reheating
- Room Temp: Store in airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Freeze baked cookies or unbaked dough balls for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Warm cookies for 5–10 seconds in microwave for fresh-from-oven feel.
What to Serve With These Cookies
- A cold glass of milk
- Peanut butter banana smoothie
- Warmed and sandwiched with vanilla ice cream
Nutrition Facts (Per Cookie)
- Calories: ~175
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 20g
- Sugars: 14g
- Protein: 3g
FAQs
Can I use crunchy peanut butter?
Yes! It adds a fun texture.
Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes, with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Can I skip one of the Reese’s elements?
Of course! Use what you have and adjust quantities accordingly.
Related Recipes
- Try our monster cookies for another candy-packed favorite.
- Or check out classic peanut butter blossoms.
Conclusion
This triple Reese’s peanut butter cookies recipe is not for the faint of heart — it’s for full-on peanut butter fanatics. Whether you’re baking for a party, gifting, or keeping them all to yourself (we won’t tell!), these cookies deliver big-time flavor with a soft, chewy bite and candy-loaded crunch.
