Ultimate Reese's Peanut Butter Milk Chocolate Cookies
Indulge in the rich harmony of flavors with our Ultimate Reese's Peanut Butter Milk Chocolate Cookies. Crafted with a delightful blend of creamy Reese's Peanut Butter & Milk Chocolate Chips, these cookies take the classic peanut butter cookie to the next level. They bake up to perfection, ensuring a soft and chewy texture with just the right amount of sweetness and a subtle crunch from chopped nuts (if you choose to add them). Each bite is a decadent escape, making them the perfect treat for any occasion or simply a satisfying snack to share with family and friends. Get ready to enjoy a cookie experience unlike any other!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups (sifted)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
butter
1 cup (softened)
granulated sugar
3/4 cup (none)
light brown sugar
3/4 cup (packed)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
eggs
2 (large, beaten)
Reese's Peanut Butter & Milk Chocolate Chips
1 (11 ounce) package (none)
chopped nuts
1 cup (optional)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even baking.
2
In a medium bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and vanilla extract using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition, until fully incorporated.
5
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Fold in the Reese's Peanut Butter & Milk Chocolate Chips and optional chopped nuts using a spatula, ensuring an even distribution throughout the dough.
7
Drop rounded teaspoons of the cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, giving them enough space to spread out while baking.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until they are lightly browned around the edges and a little soft in the center.
9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is for Ultimate Reese's Peanut Butter Milk Chocolate Cookies.
What are the primary flavors in these cookies?
These cookies feature a rich harmony of Reese's peanut butter and milk chocolate.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius.
How much all-purpose flour is needed?
The recipe requires 2 1/4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What leavening agent is used?
One teaspoon of baking soda is used as the leavening agent.
How much salt should be added?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What is the correct preparation for the butter?
You should use one cup of softened butter.
How much granulated sugar is required?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of granulated sugar.
What type of brown sugar is used?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of packed light brown sugar.
How much vanilla extract should I use?
Use one teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How many eggs are needed for the dough?
The recipe requires two large, beaten eggs.
What type of chocolate chips are recommended?
One 11-ounce package of Reese's Peanut Butter and Milk Chocolate Chips is recommended.
Are nuts a mandatory ingredient?
No, the one cup of chopped nuts is an optional addition.
How should the dry ingredients be mixed?
Stir together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl and set it aside.
How do I cream the butter and sugars?
Cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and vanilla using an electric mixer on medium speed.
How should the eggs be added?
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until they are fully incorporated.
What is the best way to add the flour mixture?
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed just until combined.
Why should I avoid overmixing the dough?
Overmixing should be avoided to ensure the cookies maintain a soft and chewy texture.
How do I incorporate the chips and nuts?
Fold the Reese's chips and optional nuts in using a spatula to ensure even distribution.
How do I portion the dough onto the baking sheet?
Drop rounded teaspoons of the dough onto the baking sheets.
Should I grease the baking sheets?
No, the recipe specifies using ungreased baking sheets.
How much space should I leave between cookies?
Give them enough space to spread out while they bake.
What is the recommended baking time?
Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
They should be lightly browned around the edges and slightly soft in the center.
How long should the cookies cool on the sheet?
Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them.
Where should the cookies cool completely?
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to finish cooling completely.
What is the final texture of these cookies?
They are designed to be soft and chewy with an optional subtle crunch.
Can these cookies be shared?
Yes, they are described as a satisfying snack to share with family and friends.
What is the total count of ingredients used?
There are 10 total ingredients used in this recipe.
What category do these cookies fall under?
They are categorized as drop cookies and desserts.