1. Whether you’re feeding kids, adults, or guests, everyone will love these decadent cookies.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

The secret to these cookies lies in their rich, indulgent ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:

For the Cookies:

• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter (natural or store-bought)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup Reese’s Pieces
• 1 cup mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (chopped)

Optional Garnish:

• Extra Reese’s Pieces (for topping before baking)
• Sea salt flakes (for a sweet-and-salty finish)

Instructions

Ready to whip up these decadent, peanut butter-packed cookies? Follow these easy steps:

Step 1: Preheat Your Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) . Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cleanup.

Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugars

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Add the peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and well combined.

Step 3: Mix the Dry Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
2. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.

Step 4: Fold in the Reese’s Goodness

1. Gently fold in the Reese’s Pieces and chopped mini peanut butter cups, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 5: Scoop and Shape the Cookies

1. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion the dough into balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each). Place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
2. Press a few extra Reese’s Pieces into the tops of the dough balls for decoration, if desired. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes for a sweet-and-salty touch.

Step 6: Bake the Cookies

Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes , or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft. The cookies will continue to set as they cool.

Step 7: Cool and Enjoy

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy the rich, peanut butter-chocolate goodness!