Alright — let’s turn your Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites into a big, detailed, story-filled recipe that feels like it came straight from a cozy cookbook.
🍪 Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites 🍫
Introduction
Imagine a soft, warm cookie bite that melts in your mouth with the creamy nuttiness of peanut butter, the rich sweetness of chocolate chips, and the little surprise crunch of mini Reese’s pieces inside. These little treasures are the ultimate snack-sized indulgence — perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or just a midnight craving rescue.
These bites bring together the legendary duo — peanut butter and chocolate — in a portable, poppable form. They’re quick to make, easy to share (if you can resist eating them all first), and they store well for days… although they rarely last that long.
Ingredients
(Makes about 24–28 bites)
- ½ cup (120g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (130g) creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup (100g) packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup (90g) Reese’s Mini Peanut Butter Cups, chopped or Reese’s Pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the oven & pans
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Cream the base
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add wet ingredients
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Combine dry ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate
- Gently stir in the chocolate chips and Reese’s pieces.
- Shape the bites
- Scoop 1–1½ tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into smooth balls.
- Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each.
- Bake to perfection
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Methods
- Creaming Method: This recipe uses the classic creaming method for cookies — whipping the butter and sugars together first to create air pockets that make the bites soft yet chewy.
- Mix-Ins: The combination of chocolate chips and Reese’s candies adds both flavor and texture variety.
- Scoop & Roll: Using a cookie scoop ensures uniform baking and perfect bite sizes.
History
The peanut butter and chocolate love story began in the early 20th century when candy makers started experimenting with combining the two flavors. H.B. Reese, a former Hershey employee, struck gold in 1928 when he created the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup. Over the decades, bakers adapted that flavor pairing into cookies, brownies, and snack bars — and now, into these charming bite-sized cookies that make the combination even easier to enjoy on the go.
Formation
These cookie bites are essentially miniaturized drop cookies. The dough is rolled into small spheres before baking, ensuring they remain compact, soft, and rich. Their size makes them ideal for party platters, holiday cookie exchanges, or tucking into a small treat bag.
Conclusion
If there was ever a cookie to win hearts instantly, it’s these Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites. They’re nostalgic yet modern, indulgent yet conveniently snackable. They carry the warm, cozy feel of a homemade treat while still delivering the candy-shop thrill of Reese’s chocolate magic.
For the Lovers ❤️
These bites are for:
- Peanut Butter Lovers: The nutty aroma and smooth texture will have you swooning.
- Chocolate Lovers: The double hit of chocolate chips and Reese’s pieces is pure bliss.
- Bite-Size Snackers: Perfect for those who believe good things come in small packages.
I can also make you a gourmet bakery-style version of this recipe with a chewy center and slightly crisp shell if you want to go next level. Would you like me to do that?