Little Peanut Butter Cup Treats Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Little Peanut Butter Cup Treats! Each bite-sized cookie is packed with peanut butter flavor and topped with a miniature Reese's Peanut Butter Cup. This easy recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, but be warned – they disappear quickly! Consider doubling the recipe to make enough for everyone.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 69 mins
Calories 108 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Little Peanut Butter Cup Treats

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How to Make Little Peanut Butter Cup Treats

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg, 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Once chilled, roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
  8. Place each ball into a greased mini muffin tin.
  9. Bake for 8-9 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Remove from oven and immediately press one miniature Reese's Peanut Butter Cup into the center of each cookie.
  11. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

12g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Little Peanut Butter Cup Treats?

Little Peanut Butter Cup Treats takes about 99 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 69 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Little Peanut Butter Cup Treats?

Little Peanut Butter Cup Treats has approximately 108 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Little Peanut Butter Cup Treats?

The key ingredients for Little Peanut Butter Cup Treats are Butter, Brown Sugar, Granulated Sugar, Egg, Creamy Peanut Butter, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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