Chocolate Reese’s Pieces Cookies Recipe
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Check out our Chocolate Reese’s Pieces Cookies recipe! These treats are soft, chewy, and decadently fudgy, just the way we like them. They’re bursting with chocolate and peanut butter flavors, making them hard to resist and impossible to eat just one.
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Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Reese’s Pieces Cookies Recipe
- Our Chocolate Reese’s Pieces Cookies recipe is always perfect for the holidays! Made with a delicious chocolate cookie dough and Reese’s Pieces candies, these cookies are always at the top of the list when it comes to fall baking and Halloween and Christmas baking!
- They come together quickly without needing to be chilled, so you can satisfy your sweet tooth in no time.
- Perfect for a cozy night in, a holiday treat, or just because you deserve something delicious. Hooray!
- Plus, they’re fun to make with the kids and are an absolute crowd-pleaser at any gathering. The combination of rich chocolate and crunchy, peanut buttery Reese’s Pieces is just divine!
- Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or pack them up for a holiday cookie exchange; these cookies are sure to bring smiles all around. You’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and time again because it’s simply too good to resist.
Gather Your Ingredients
Chocolate Reese’s Pieces Cookies Recipe – Yields 11 – 12 1/4 cup cookies
- ½ cup salted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar, lightly packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- ¼ cup natural cocoa powder, dark cocoa powder or black cocoa powder
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Reese’s Pieces candies
Instructions How to Make Chocolate Reese’s Pieces Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold the Reese’s Pieces candies into the cookie dough.
- Use a ¼ cup cookie scoop or spoon to portion out the cookie dough to roll into a uniform ¼ cup ball.
- Top cookie dough balls with extra Reese’s Pieces.
- Place 6 cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes. Bake for 10 minutes if you want a slightly underbaked cookie. Bake 12 minutes for a slightly crispy and chewy cookie. And remember, cookies will continue baking while they cool.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack or tray to cool completely.
How to Store
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. Chocolate cookies are best enjoyed in the first couple of days.
Freezing Instructions
- Store baked cooled cookies in a freezer-safe airtight container or storage bag and freeze for up to two months. To enjoy, let them thaw at room temperature.
- For unbaked cookie dough balls, put the unbaked dough balls in a freezer bag, leaving space between them so they don’t stick together. Place the bag flat in the freezer. When you want to bake them, take the dough balls out and let them thaw at room temperature for an hour. If you’re in a rush, you can lower the oven temperature by 25°F and bake the cookies for a little longer.
- Cookies made with frozen dough may slightly differ in appearance and texture from those made with fresh dough.
Tips for Making the Best Chocolate Reese’s Pieces Cookies
- Use Softened Butter: Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature so that it creams well with the sugar, creating a smooth dough.
- Don’t Overmix: When combining the dry ingredients with the wet, mix just until the flour is incorporated to avoid tough cookies.
- Add Extra Reese’s Pieces: Press a few extra candies into the tops of the cookies before baking for that picture-perfect finish.
- Bake to Your Liking: If you love gooey cookies, stick to the 10-minute mark. For a chewier texture with a bit more bite, aim for 12 minutes.
- Cool Properly: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set before moving them to a wire rack. This helps them hold their shape and prevents breaking.
More Variations for Chocolate Reese’s Pieces Cookies Recipe
- Peanut Butter Lovers: Swap out half of the butter for peanut butter for an extra peanut buttery kick.
- Triple Chocolate Delight: Add ½ cup of chocolate chips to the dough along with the Reese’s Pieces for triple the chocolate goodness.
- Holiday Twist: Swap the Reese’s Pieces for festive M&M’s in holiday colors to make these cookies perfect for any season!
- Nutty Addition: For an extra crunch, fold in ½ cup of chopped peanuts or pecans into the dough.
FAQs
- Can I use a different type of cocoa powder? Absolutely! You can use natural, dark, or even black cocoa powder, depending on your flavor preference. Just keep in mind that the darker the cocoa, the richer the chocolate flavor and the cookies will also be darker.
- What if I don’t have Reese’s Pieces? You can substitute with M&M’s, peanut butter chips, milk chocolate chips or even chopped Reese’s cups! Get creative with your mix-ins!
- How do I prevent my cookies from spreading too much? Make sure your dough is not too warm, and that your baking sheet is cool between batches. Chilling the dough slightly before baking can also help control the spread.
- Can I double this recipe? Absolutely! This recipe doubles beautifully. Just make sure to give your cookies plenty of space on the baking sheet, or bake them in batches.
These Chocolate Reese’s Pieces Cookies are the ultimate treat for chocolate and peanut butter lovers alike. They’re quick to make, and with their soft and chewy texture, they’ll disappear just as quickly!
Perfect for sharing with friends and family, or for indulging in a little solo treat, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your baking rotation. So grab your apron, whip up a batch, and enjoy every delightful bite. Happy baking!
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Chocolate Reese's Pieces Cookies
These Chocolate Reese's Pieces Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with rich chocolate and peanut butter flavors. Quick to make and loaded with colorful Reese's Pieces, they’re a delicious treat that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar lightly packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- ¼ cup natural cocoa powder use dark cocoa powder or black cocoa powder for deeper chocolate flavor and color in cookies
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Reese’s Pieces candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold the Reese’s Pieces candies into the cookie dough.
- Use a ¼ cup cookie scoop or spoon to portion out the cookie dough to roll into a uniform ¼ cup ball.
- Top cookie dough balls with extra Reese’s Pieces.
- Place 6 cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes. Bake for 10 minutes if you want a slightly underbaked cookie. Bake 12 minutes for a slightly crispy and chewy cookie. And remember, cookies will continue baking while they cool.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack or tray to cool completely.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 266mgPotassium: 135mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 256IUCalcium: 35mgIron: 1mg
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Infusing Reese’s pieces into your decadent homemade chocolate cookies is brilliant. I especially loved how you made the recipe so easy to re-create at home with your helpful step-by-step instructions!