If you love peanut butter and chocolate, these Triple Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookies are the kind of cookie recipe you’ll want to make again and again. They are soft, chewy, rich, and loaded with Reese’s goodness in every bite.
This recipe takes a classic peanut butter cookie base and makes it even better with chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Reese’s Pieces, and Reese’s peanut butter or chocolate chips. The result is a cookie that is sweet, slightly salty, creamy, crunchy, and full of that famous peanut butter-chocolate flavor everyone loves.
Perfect for parties, bake sales, holidays, lunchbox treats, or a simple weekend dessert, these cookies are easy to make and always a crowd favorite.
Why You’ll Love These Triple Reese’s Cookies
These cookies are packed with flavor and texture. The peanut butter gives them a soft, rich base, while the brown sugar adds a deep caramel-like sweetness. The Reese’s candies melt slightly as they bake, creating gooey pockets of chocolate and peanut butter throughout the cookies.
They are also quick to prepare, making them a great recipe when you need something sweet without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- ½ cup peanut butter, creamy or chunky
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup chopped Reese’s candy, such as Reese’s Cups, Reese’s Pieces, and Reese’s chips
- Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and brown sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, then mix again until everything is fully combined.
Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the peanut butter mixture. Stir just until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 4: Fold in the Reese’s Candy
Gently fold in the chopped Reese’s Cups, Reese’s Pieces, Reese’s chips, and chocolate chips if using.
Make sure the candy is evenly distributed throughout the dough so every cookie gets plenty of Reese’s flavor.
Step 5: Shape the Cookies
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form the dough into small balls, about 1 to 1½ inches wide.
Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie. Lightly press each dough ball down with your fingers or a fork.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
The centers may still look slightly soft, but they will continue to firm up as the cookies cool.
Step 7: Cool and Serve
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy warm for a soft, gooey cookie, or let them cool fully for a chewy texture.
Tips for the Best Cookies
For extra soft cookies, do not overbake them. Remove them from the oven when the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft.
If you want more texture, use chunky peanut butter. For a smoother cookie, use creamy peanut butter.
You can also press a few extra Reese’s Pieces or chocolate chips on top of each cookie before baking for a prettier bakery-style look.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
To keep them soft, place a small piece of bread in the container with the cookies.
You can also freeze the baked cookies for up to 2 months. Let them thaw at room temperature before serving.
Final Thoughts
These Triple Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate treat for peanut butter lovers. They are rich, chewy, chocolatey, and filled with delicious Reese’s candy pieces in every bite.
Whether you make them for a party, a family dessert, or just because you’re craving something sweet, these cookies are simple, satisfying, and guaranteed to disappear fast.
