Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Mini Reese’s Pieces
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional for drizzling)
For the Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Cream the Butter and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the Eggs and Vanilla:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in Mini Reese’s Pieces:
- Gently fold in the Mini Reese’s Pieces.
Shape the Cookies:
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Form the Dough Balls:
- Scoop out 1 1/2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your palm.
- Add Peanut Butter Filling:
- Place about 1 teaspoon of creamy peanut butter in the center of the flattened dough.
- Seal and Shape:
- Fold the edges of the dough around the peanut butter, sealing it in, and shape it into a ball. Place the stuffed cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake the Cookies:
- Bake:
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Cool:
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional Drizzle:
- Melt Chocolate Chips:
- If desired, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in the microwave or over a double boiler.
- Drizzle Over Cookies:
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled cookies for an extra touch of decadence.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Enjoy these delicious Mini Reese’s Pieces Cookies stuffed with creamy peanut butter with a cold glass of milk or your favorite beverage. Perfect for sharing, gifting, or indulging yourself!