Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Double Chocolate Delight: Cocoa powder and chocolate chips make these cookies intensely chocolaty.
Peanut Butter Candy Surprise: Reese’s Pieces add bursts of peanut buttery sweetness and crunch.
Soft & Chewy: Baked just right to keep them soft, tender, and perfectly chewy.
Large Batch: Makes about 60 cookies, perfect for sharing or holiday gifting.
Simple Preparation: Classic cookie recipe with easy-to-follow steps.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

2 cups butter, softened (salted preferred; 1 pound or 4 sticks)
4 cups sugar
4 large eggs
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups Reese’s Pieces
3 cups chocolate chips

Directions

Preheat convection oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whip together softened butter and sugar until creamy.
Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until well combined.
Fold in Reese’s Pieces and chocolate chips evenly.
Using a ¾-inch cookie dough scoop or a scant tablespoon, drop dough 2 inches apart on prepared sheets.
Bake for 8-10 minutes. Cookies should be soft and slightly puffed; do not overbake. They will flatten as they cool.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Servings and Timing

Servings: About 60 cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes (includes chilling or resting time if any)

Variations

Add Nuts: Fold in chopped peanuts or walnuts for extra crunch.
Chocolate Swap: Use white or milk chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
Peanut Butter Lovers: Add mini peanut butter cups or swirl peanut butter into the dough.
Spice it Up: Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to deepen flavor.
Gluten-Free: Substitute with gluten-free flour blend.

Storage/Reheating

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Reheat briefly in the microwave to restore softness if desired. Cookies also freeze well; thaw before serving.

FAQs

Can I use regular oven instead of convection?

Yes, bake at 350°F but watch closely as baking times may vary slightly.

How do I prevent cookies from spreading too much?

Chill dough before baking and leave enough space between dough balls.

Can I make the dough ahead?

Yes, dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.

Are these cookies chewy or crunchy?

They bake soft and chewy with a slight crisp on the edges.

Can I reduce the sugar?

Yes, but it may affect texture and sweetness.

What size scoop should I use?

A ¾-inch cookie scoop or about a tablespoon per cookie works best.

Can I substitute Reese’s Pieces?

Yes, use M&M’s or other peanut butter candies.

Can I use salted or unsalted butter?

Salted butter is preferred, but unsalted works too; adjust salt accordingly.

How do I store cookies to keep them fresh?

Use airtight containers at room temperature and separate layers with parchment paper.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, simply double all ingredients and bake on multiple sheets.

Conclusion

Reese’s Pieces Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are a crowd-pleasing indulgence that combine rich chocolate flavor with peanut butter candy bursts. Soft, chewy, and loaded with sweet surprises, they’re perfect for parties, gifting, or anytime you want a decadent cookie fix. Easy to make in large batches, they’re sure to become a household favorite.

Reese’s Pieces Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Reese’s Pieces Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are rich, soft, and chewy cookies packed with cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and colorful peanut butter candy pieces for a decadent chocolate-peanut butter treat.

Author: Amy
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Yield: About 60 cookies
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Instructions

Preheat convection oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whip together softened butter and sugar until creamy.
Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry mixture to butter mixture, stirring until well combined.
Fold in Reese’s Pieces and chocolate chips evenly.
Using a ¾-inch cookie dough scoop or a scant tablespoon, drop dough 2 inches apart on prepared sheets.
Bake for 8-10 minutes until cookies are soft and slightly puffed. Do not overbake. Cookies will flatten as they cool.
Cool cookies on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.