Indulge in these delightful Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups baked in a muffin tin, each hiding a mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup nestled inside. If you’re simply craving classic chocolate chip cookies, don’t miss my Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe.
A Twist on Classic Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies
There’s something special about homemade chocolate chip cookies. These Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups elevate that experience by baking the cookie dough in a muffin tin with a mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup tucked inside. Is it a muffin? Is it a cookie? Either way, this chocolatey treat with a hint of peanut butter in the center is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. If you love this combination, be sure to try my Turtle Cookie Cups as well!
The Importance of Ingredient Temperature in Baking
One of the most common baking questions is, “Does the temperature of my ingredients really matter?” The answer is a resounding yes! Paying attention to details like ingredient temperatures can truly elevate your from-scratch baking.
Recipes often specify when an ingredient should be at a certain temperature, but sometimes they assume you know general baking principles. When making a recipe that starts with creaming butter and sugar together—like this one—it’s crucial that your ingredients are at room temperature. This ensures proper emulsification of the butter and sugar, resulting in a smoother dough and better-textured cookies.
How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Muffin Tin
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spray a muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2: Mix the Sugars and Butter
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar, ½ cup (100 g) packed brown sugar, and 1 cup (2 sticks / 230 g) unsalted butter, softened.
Beat until well incorporated.
Step 3: Add Vanilla and Egg
Mix in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 large egg (room temperature) until fully combined.
Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, sift together 2¼ cups (280 g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Step 6: Add Chocolate Chips
Stir in 1 package (12 ounces / 340 g or 2 cups) mini semisweet chocolate chips by hand.
Step 7: Assemble the Cookie Cups
Fill each muffin cup halfway with the cookie dough.
Create a small well in the center of each dough-filled cup.
Place 12 mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups into the wells (one per cup).
Cover the peanut butter cups with the remaining cookie dough.
Step 8: Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the cookie cups are golden brown and firm to the touch.
Serving Suggestions for Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups
These cookie cups are a fun and delicious treat to serve at any gathering. Enjoy them warm from the oven, or take them to the next level by:
- Adding a scoop of ice cream on top.
- Drizzling with homemade chocolate syrup.
- Sprinkling chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups over the top.
With these indulgent toppings, you’ll want to grab a fork and dig in!
Variations: Feel free to experiment with different flavored chips in the cookie dough, such as peanut butter chips, butterscotch morsels, or white chocolate chunks. These cookie cups offer a creative twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie, and the possibilities are endless.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks / 230 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2¼ cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 package (12 ounces / 340 g or 2 cups) mini semisweet chocolate chips
- 12 mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare a muffin tin by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
Mix Sugars and Butter
In a medium bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter.
Beat until well incorporated and creamy.
Add Vanilla and Egg
Mix in the vanilla extract and egg until fully combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt.
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Add Chocolate Chips
Stir in the mini semisweet chocolate chips by hand.
Assemble the Cookie Cups
Fill each muffin cup halfway with the cookie dough.
Create a small well in the center of each.
Place a mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup into each well.
Cover each peanut butter cup with the remaining cookie dough.
Bake
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
Cool and Serve
Allow the cookie cups to cool slightly before removing them from the muffin tin.
Serve warm or at room temperature, plain or with your favorite toppings.
Enjoy these delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups with a surprise Reese’s center—a perfect treat for chocolate and peanut butter lovers!
