Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites

Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites are soft, gooey mini treats packed with melty chocolate chips and stuffed with a mini Reese’s cup in the center. They’re rich, indulgent, and totally irresistible—perfect for peanut butter lovers and cookie fans alike.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love these cookie bites because they’re everything I want in a dessert: warm, chewy cookie dough, gooey chocolate, and a surprise peanut butter cup in every bite. They’re super easy to make and bake quickly in a mini muffin tin. Whether I’m baking for a party, a holiday, or just to treat myself, these little bites always disappear fast.

ingredients

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• All-purpose flour

• Baking soda

• Salt

• Unsalted butter, softened

• Creamy peanut butter

• Brown sugar

• Granulated sugar

• Egg

• Vanilla extract

• Semi-sweet chocolate chips

• Mini Reese’s peanut butter cups (unwrapped)

directions

1. I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.

2. In a bowl, I whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

3. In another large bowl, I cream the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

4. I beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.

5. I gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing just until combined.

6. I fold in the chocolate chips.

7. I scoop the dough into the mini muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.

8. I bake for 8–10 minutes, until the tops are just set but still soft.

9. Right after removing them from the oven, I gently press a mini Reese’s cup into the center of each cookie bite.

10. 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. It takes around 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to bake, so they’re ready in under 30 minutes.

Variations

Sometimes I use white chocolate chips for a fun twist, or add chopped peanuts for crunch. I’ve also swapped the mini Reese’s cups for mini Rolos or other bite-sized chocolates. If I want a salty-sweet combo, I sprinkle a little sea salt on top right after baking.

storage/reheating

I store the cookie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. They also freeze well—I cool them completely and freeze in a sealed bag or container. To enjoy warm, I microwave them for about 10–15 seconds before serving.

FAQs

Can I make these with store-bought cookie dough?

Yes, I’ve used store-bought peanut butter or chocolate chip cookie dough in a pinch. Just scoop, press, and bake as usual.

Do I need to chill the dough?

Nope—this dough bakes beautifully right after mixing, which saves time.

Can I make these in a regular muffin tin?

I recommend sticking to a mini muffin tin for the perfect bite-sized result. Regular tins make them too large and harder to handle.

What kind of peanut butter should I use?

I stick with creamy, shelf-stable peanut butter like Jif or Skippy. Natural peanut butter tends to be too oily for the dough.

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

I press them in gently right after baking and let the bites cool completely before handling—this helps them set without losing shape.

Conclusion

Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites are the ultimate sweet treat—rich, chewy, chocolatey, and full of peanut butter goodness. I love how easy they are to whip up, and they never last long once they’re out of the oven. Whether I’m baking for a crowd or just myself, these little bites always hit the sweet spot.