These Triple Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate treat for peanut butter lovers like me. Soft, thick, and loaded with Reese’s Pieces, peanut butter chips, and chopped Reese’s cups, every bite delivers an indulgent burst of peanut butter flavor. I love how easy they are to make, and they never last long once they come out of the oven.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I’m obsessed with how these cookies combine three kinds of Reese’s candy into one rich, chewy masterpiece. The cookies come out thick and soft, with just the right balance of salty and sweet. They’re perfect for bake sales, potlucks, or whenever I’m craving a peanut butter overload. Plus, they’re easy enough to whip up without any fancy techniques.
ingredients
(Here’s a tip: Check out the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
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All-purpose flour
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Baking soda
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Salt
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Unsalted butter, softened
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Creamy peanut butter
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Granulated sugar
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Brown sugar
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Eggs
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Vanilla extract
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Reese’s Pieces
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Peanut butter chips
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Chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups
directions
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I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line my baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, I whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, I cream the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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I add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each, and then stir in the vanilla extract.
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I gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully combined.
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Then I fold in the Reese’s Pieces, peanut butter chips, and chopped Reese’s cups.
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Using a cookie scoop or spoon, I drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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I bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
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After baking, I let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Servings and timing
This recipe makes about 24–30 cookies, depending on the size I scoop. It takes roughly 15 minutes to prepare the dough and 10–12 minutes to bake each batch. From start to finish, I can have these ready in under 30 minutes.
Variations
Sometimes I like to switch things up by using mini white chocolate peanut butter cups or even dark chocolate Reese’s for a richer flavor. I’ve also used crunchy peanut butter for added texture, which gives a nice contrast to the soft, chewy center. For a fun twist, I sometimes add mini marshmallows or a handful of pretzel bits.
storage/reheating
Once cooled, I store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If I want to keep them longer, I freeze the baked cookies for up to 2 months. To reheat, I pop them in the microwave for about 10 seconds to bring back that soft, melty texture.
FAQs
How do I keep the cookies from spreading too much?
I chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking if I want a thicker cookie. This helps control spreading and gives them a more uniform shape.
Can I use natural peanut butter?
I prefer using regular creamy peanut butter for better structure and flavor. Natural peanut butter can make the dough too oily or crumbly.
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, I often make the dough a day ahead and store it covered in the refrigerator. It actually makes the flavors more developed.
What’s the best way to chop Reese’s cups?
I freeze the Reese’s cups for about 15 minutes before chopping. It keeps them from smearing or sticking to the knife.
Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely. I double it all the time for parties or when I want extra for the freezer. Just make sure to mix everything evenly.
Conclusion
Triple Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookies are everything I want in a dessert—rich, soft, and bursting with peanut butter flavor. They’re easy to make, fun to customize, and always a crowd-pleaser. If peanut butter is your weakness like it is mine, these cookies are going to be your new go-to indulgence.
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Triple Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookies
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24–30 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Triple Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookies are soft, thick, and packed with Reese’s Pieces, peanut butter chips, and chopped Reese’s cups, making them the ultimate treat for peanut butter lovers.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup Reese’s Pieces
- 3/4 cup peanut butter chips
- 1 cup chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully combined.
- Fold in Reese’s Pieces, peanut butter chips, and chopped Reese’s cups.
- Drop dough onto prepared baking sheets using a cookie scoop, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
- Use regular creamy peanut butter for better texture.
- Freeze Reese’s cups for easier chopping.
- Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.
- Cookies can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg