Mini Peanut Butter Stuffed Cookies with Reese's Pieces
Indulge in the sweet decadence of Mini Peanut Butter Stuffed Cookies with Reese's Pieces, a treat that perfectly marries the rich, creamy flavor of peanut butter with the colorful crunch of Reese's Pieces.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Electric Mixer
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour Provides structure and texture.
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda Helps the cookies rise.
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Softened to room temperature.
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar Packed for moisture retention.
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar For sweetness and crispness.
- 1/2 cup Peanut butter Creamy, for the filling.
- 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 cup Reese's Pieces Chopped if desired, for crunch.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in Reese's Pieces into the cookie dough.
- Portion out the dough and roll into small balls, placing half on the prepared baking sheet.
- Make an indentation in each cookie ball and fill with peanut butter, then top with another cookie ball and seal the edges.
- Flatten each cookie ball slightly and sprinkle additional Reese's Pieces on top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. Can be frozen for up to three months.