Reese’s Pieces Cookies

Warm, buttery cookies studded with chocolate and colorful Reese’s Pieces are perfect for brightening any day. These Reese’s Pieces Cookies come together quickly and deliver a soft center with chewy edges—great for bake sales, school lunches, or an easy weeknight treat. If you love cookie variety, check out these blueberry chocolate chip cookies for another crowd-pleaser.

Why You’ll Love This Reese’s Pieces Cookies

• Chocolate and peanut-butter candy in every bite for maximum flavor.
• Quick to mix and bake—ready in about 30 minutes.
• Kid-approved and perfect for parties or lunchboxes.
• Makes great leftovers that store well for days.
• Simple pantry ingredients with a show-stopping result.

Ingredients Needed

• Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

• Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs

• Mix-ins / Toppings:

  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 cup Reese’s Pieces candies

Step-by-Step Instructions 5

1. Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Combine dry ingredients

In a bowl, mix together the flour and baking soda; set aside.

3. Cream butter and sugars

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt until smooth.

4. Add vanilla and eggs

Beat in the vanilla and eggs until fluffy.

5. Mix dough and add mix-ins

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, then stir in chocolate chips and Reese’s Pieces until evenly distributed.

6. Portion the cookies

Drop tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

7. Bake and cool

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden; allow to cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Serving Suggestions Reese’s Pieces Cookies

• Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert.
• Pair with cold milk or a frothy mocha for a cozy snack.
• Arrange on a cookie platter with brownies and bars for parties, or try them alongside the brown sugar caramel crinkle cookies for a sweet variety tray.
• Press a few extra Reese’s Pieces on top right after baking for a vibrant presentation.

Tips for Success Reese’s Pieces Cookies

• For chewier cookies, chill the dough 20-30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
• Use room-temperature butter and eggs for a smoother, well-emulsified dough.
• Watch the edges closely in the final minutes; pull them when lightly golden to keep centers soft.
• Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days.
• For extra caramel notes, check techniques used in brown sugar caramel crinkle cookies and adapt the timing for deeper flavor.

Variations

Here are a few easy ways to change it up:

• Peanut butter swap: Replace 1/2 cup butter with 1/2 cup peanut butter for more peanut flavor.
• White chocolate and peanut chips: Swap chocolate chips for white chocolate and add peanut butter chips.
• Dairy-free option: Use a plant-based butter substitute and dairy-free chocolate chips to make these cookies vegan-friendly.

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