Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Bites – A Decadent 2-in-1 Dessert!

Why You’ll Love These Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Bites

If you love Reese’s, chocolate chip cookies, or anything with peanut butter, this recipe will be your new favorite. These Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Bites combine soft cookie dough with a smooth chocolate-peanut butter center — baked right in a mini muffin pan for that perfect bite-sized indulgence.

Perfect for:

Holiday cookie trays
Bake sales and potlucks

Freezer-friendly treats

Ingredients

For the Cookie Base:

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar

1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt

For the Filling:

24 mini peanut butter cups (or chocolate drops)
Optional: melted chocolate or Nutella to swirl on top

How to Make Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Bites

1. Prep the Pan

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a mini muffin tin or line with paper mini liners.

2. Make the Cookie Dough

Cream butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.

Beat in egg and vanilla.
In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add to wet ingredients until fully combined.

3. Form the Cups

Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place one into each muffin cup.
Press lightly to flatten into the bottom and halfway up the sides of each cup.

4. Bake

Bake for 10–12 minutes, until lightly golden.

5. Add the Peanut Butter Cups

Immediately press a peanut butter cup into each warm cookie bite.
Optional: swirl melted chocolate or Nutella on top using a spoon or piping bag.

6. Cool and Serve

Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Tips & Variations

Nut-free option: Use mini caramel chocolates or hazelnut spread instead of peanut butter cups.
Extra indulgent: Drizzle with white chocolate for contrast.
Make-ahead: These freeze beautifully — store in a freezer-safe bag up to 2 months.

Crispy edges: For extra texture, chill dough 30 minutes before baking.

Storage Instructions

Room temperature: Store in an airtight container up to 5 days.
Freezer: Wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.

Reheat: Microwave 10 seconds to soften chocolate center.

FAQs About Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Bites

Can I use store-bought cookie dough?
Yes! It works well if you’re in a rush. Just portion and bake as described.

What size peanut butter cups should I use?
Mini (bite-sized) peanut butter cups fit perfectly in mini muffin tins.

Can I make these in regular muffin tins?
Yes, just double the dough per cup and bake 2–3 minutes longer.

How do I make them look glossy on top like in the picture?
Gently swirl extra melted chocolate or a dab of Nutella while still warm.

Final Thoughts

These Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Bites are the ultimate fusion of cookies and candy. With a buttery cookie shell and a melty chocolate center, they’re easy to bake, freeze, and share. Whether for a party, bake sale, or sweet snack stash — they’ll disappear fast!

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