Reese's Pieces Cookies
These delightful cookies featuring Reese's Pieces are a family favorite, especially loved by kids. With a soft interior and a slight crunch, they're perfect for autumn gatherings.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- whisk
- mixer
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- plastic wrap
- wire rack
Ingredients
For the Dry Mix:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Wet Mix:
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Candy:
- 1/3 cup crushed Reese’s Pieces
- 1/3 cup whole Reese’s Pieces to top the cookies
Instructions
For Dry Mix:
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt with a whisk until everything is blended.
For Wet Mix:
- In a large mixing bowl, use a mixer to beat the egg with the brown and granulated sugar on medium speed until creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract, mixing until the batter is well combined and smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a smooth dough forms.
- Carefully fold in the crushed Reese’s Pieces, ensuring they’re evenly distributed in the dough.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours to firm it up.
Baking Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop out approximately 1 ½ tablespoons of the dough for each cookie and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Top each dough ball with a few whole Reese’s Pieces, gently pressing them into the dough.
- Bake the cookies for about 11 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a minute, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.