Reese’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites Recipe
Introduction
These Reese’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites combine two favorites into one irresistible treat. Soft, warm cookie dough bakes around a creamy peanut butter cup, creating a perfect bite-sized dessert your family will love.
Ingredients
- 12 Refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough balls (about 1-2 tablespoons each)
- 12 Bite-sized Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven and grease a mini muffin pan to prevent sticking.
- Step 2: Place a spoonful of cookie dough into each mini muffin cup, spreading it slightly to cover the bottom.
- Step 3: Bake according to the cookie dough package instructions, usually about 10 to 12 minutes, until golden brown.
- Step 4: Immediately after removing from the oven, gently press one Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup in the center of each cookie bite.
- Step 5: Allow the cookie bites to cool for a few minutes to set, or enjoy them warm if you can’t wait!
Tips & Variations
- Try using different flavored peanut butter cups or even mini chocolate bars for a fun twist.
- Chill the cookie dough balls before baking to help them hold their shape better.
- Serve with a glass of cold milk for a classic treat experience.
Storage
Store leftover cookie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate and consume within a week. Reheat briefly in the microwave for a warm treat.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these with homemade cookie dough?
Yes, homemade chocolate chip cookie dough works great. Just shape dough into small balls before baking.
Do I have to use a mini muffin pan?
A mini muffin pan helps the cookie bites keep their shape and size, but you can bake them on a baking sheet as well. They may spread more and be less uniform.
PrintReese’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites Recipe
Delight in these Reese’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites, featuring gooey chocolate chip cookie dough baked to perfection and topped with creamy bite-sized Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. These mini treats are easy to prepare, perfect for snacks or parties, and combine classic chocolate and peanut butter flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookie bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 12 Refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough balls (about 1–2 tablespoons each)
- 12 Bite-sized Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Grease a mini muffin pan thoroughly to prevent the cookie dough from sticking during baking.
- Add cookie dough: Place one spoonful of the refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough into each muffin cup, ensuring they are evenly portioned.
- Bake the cookies: Preheat your oven as per the cookie dough package instructions, then bake the cookie dough-filled muffin pan for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Top with Reese’s: Immediately after removing the cookies from the oven, press one bite-sized Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup into the center of each warm cookie to slightly melt and embed it.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cookie bites to cool for a few minutes to set, or enjoy warm if desired for a gooey, melty treat.
Notes
- Using refrigerated cookie dough speeds up preparation and ensures consistency.
- If you prefer a crisper cookie, bake for the full 12 minutes or slightly longer based on your oven.
- Mini muffin pans are ideal for bite-sized cookies; regular muffin pans will produce larger cookies and require longer baking.
- Letting the cookie bites cool slightly helps the Reese’s pieces hold their shape.
- For a fun variation, try adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking.
Keywords: Reese’s, chocolate chip cookie bites, mini cookies, peanut butter cups, easy dessert, bite-sized treats
