Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
Overview:
These Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion but particularly suited for the festive Christmas season. They’re not just your average cookies; they’re a delightful blend of sweet sugar cookie dough and the irresistible allure of peanut butter cups. With a prep time of just an hour and a total time of two hours, you can whip up a batch of these gourmet-looking cookies with ease. Prepare to impress your friends and family with this simple yet indulgent recipe!
Ingredients:
- Sugar cookie dough (quantity varies based on your recipe)
- Miniature peanut butter cups (about 50 pieces)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 87.5
- Fat: 5.2g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8g
- Cholesterol: 1mg
- Sodium: 53.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.4g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugars: 8g
- Protein: 1.7g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 2 | Take small portions of sugar cookie dough and press them into the bottom and sides of a mini muffin pan. Be mindful not to make the dough too thin, as it may be challenging to remove the cookies later, but also avoid making it too thick, as the cookies won’t form the desired “bowl” shape. |
| 3 | To determine the ideal thickness, it’s advisable to conduct a trial run with the first batch, trying various thicknesses in one pan. |
| 4 | Bake the dough in the preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes. |
| 5 | While the dough is baking, unwrap the miniature peanut butter cups. Speed is of the essence here! |
| 6 | As soon as the cookie dough is baked, swiftly place one peanut butter cup into each cookie “bowl”. The residual heat will cause the chocolate to slightly melt around the edges. |
| 7 | Use a knife or a chopstick to smooth out any ridges formed by the melted chocolate, giving the cookies a more polished appearance. |
| 8 | Allow the cookies to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before carefully removing them using a butter knife to “pop” them out. |
| 9 | Place the cookies on a paper bag to cool completely. |
| 10 | Once cooled, drizzle melted semi-sweet chocolate chips over the cookies for an extra indulgent touch. |
| 11 | These sugar cookie bowls can be filled with various fillings, such as melted chocolate mixed with chopped almonds or melted caramel chips. Get creative and enjoy the delicious possibilities! |
Serving Suggestions:
These Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies are best enjoyed with a tall glass of milk or alongside your favorite hot beverage. They make a delightful addition to any dessert spread, whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply treating yourself to a sweet indulgence. Share them with loved ones and watch as they marvel at the gourmet appearance and irresistible flavor of these delectable cookies!
Tips:
- Experiment with different variations of sugar cookie dough to find your favorite flavor.
- If you prefer a softer cookie, slightly underbake the sugar cookie dough before adding the peanut butter cups.
- Customize the toppings by sprinkling crushed peanuts or sea salt over the melted chocolate drizzle for added texture and flavor.
- Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, although they’re likely to disappear much quicker than that!
