These are final cookie cup Not one, but two types of cookie dough baked around a fuzzy peanut butter cup! You can customize these cookie cups in so many ways, from cookie dough to toppings and then any number of decorations.
I make my cookie cups with refrigerated cookie dough, but you can absolutely borrow any homemade dough you like. cookie recipe. Don't forget to try mine Brownie cup For another fun variation!
A sugar cookie, a peanut butter cup, and a chocolate chip cookie go into one bar… just kidding, they come together in the best cookie cup ever! This cookie cup recipe combines two of my favorite types of cookies (sugar cookies And Chocolate Chip Cookies), baked with a melted, peanut butter cup smack dab in the middle. If, like me, you always have a package of cookie dough in your fridge, you need to make these cookie cups ASAP:
- Any flavor you want. I make these double-barrel cookie cups with sugar cookie dough and chocolate chip cookie dough, but it's easy to make any flavor you like.
- Filled with peanut butter cups. Back in the day, I involved my boys in making cookie dough around peanut butter cups. This is a fun, hands-on activity. Plus, once you bite into a cookie cup and place the ridge in the center, you won't make them any other way.
- So easy to make! Just roll out your favorite refrigerated cookie dough and sandwich around a peanut butter cup before baking. There is nothing in it. You can use homemade cookie dough if you want, but I use pre-made since it's so quick and easy.
What you will need
This cookie cup recipe is super easy. Whenever I make these, I almost always take a shortcut with refrigerated cookie dough, but you can use homemade sugar cookie dough and chocolate chip cookie dough if you like. I've included some additional notes below, and You will receive a printable list with complete recipe quantities and details on the recipe card after the post.
- cookie dough – This can be your favorite refrigerated cookie dough from the store, such as Pillsbury, Tollhouse, or similar. Or, use homemade. It depends on you! See below for more ideas. Whichever you choose, bring the cookie dough to room temperature before starting.
- Peanut butter cup – Feel free to use Reese's Peanut Butter Cups or the store-brand version. You can also swap out the peanut butter cups for any chocolate candy.
This recipe makes about two dozen cookie cups. If your cookie dough is in the fridge, take it out 30 minutes in advance to soften it, making it easier to spread. Then, open the packages and follow the steps here Scroll to the recipe card for printable recipe instructions.
- Start with sugar cookie dough. Start by spreading a tablespoon-sized portion of sugar cookie dough evenly over the bottom of the peanut butter cup.
- Then, add the chocolate chip cookie dough. Next, press the same size portion of chocolate chip cookie dough onto the peanut butter cup, right at the edge where it meets the sugar cookie dough. Make sure the peanut butter cup is completely covered.
- Repeat. Set the wrapped peanut butter cup aside and repeat with the remaining cookie dough and peanut butter cup.
- Fill the pan and bake. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. Place a wrapped peanut butter cup on each liner and bake at 350ºF for 13-15 minutes. Let the cookie cups cool briefly in the pan and then transfer to a wire rack.
Tips for success
- If you are using homemade cookie dough, You need to measure both flours in tablespoon sized portions. a small Cookie scoop It makes it quick and easy.
- Don't have cupcake liners? If you don't have cupcake liners, be sure to grease the wells of your muffin tins well with cooking spray and dust the cookie cups with flour to prevent them from sticking.
- If you add a filling, Like chocolate fudge or whipped cream, cookie cups will soften the longer they sit. So, if you're making them ahead, it's best to wait and add any fillings just before serving them. See below for ideas!
Top ideas
If a melted peanut butter cup isn't enough, there are countless ways to fill these soft and chewy cookie cups. I even love them topped with scoops ice creamof whipped cream, and a drizzle Fudge sauce! Or, try these other delicious topping ideas:
Proper storage
- to save Store these cookie cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. After that, store them in the fridge, where they will last up to 5 days.
- to freeze Even for long-term storage, these cookie cups freeze great! Store them in a freezer bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months. Melt the cookie cups on the counter before serving.
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These are final cookie cup Not one, but two types of cookie dough and a fudgy peanut butter cup in the middle! Customize this cookie cup recipe with your favorite cookie dough, add-ins, and toppings!
- 1 Packaged Sugar Cookie Dough Ready to Bake (Prepared 24 cookies), room temperature
- 1 Packaged Ready-to-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough (Manufacturer) 24 cookies), room temperature
- 24 Full size peanut butter cup
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Let your cookie dough sit out of the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. If it's room temperature, it will be easier to spread your peanut butter around the cup.
- Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Place a portion of the sugar cookie dough in the bottom of the peanut butter cup, spreading to completely cover the bottom. Place a portion of your chocolate cookie dough on top of the peanut butter cup, spread to cover the top of the peanut butter cup. Make sure the entire peanut butter cup is covered.
- Place in liners and bake for 13-15 minutes.
- Let the cookie cups cool in the pan for 10 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to continue cooling.
Note
- You can use homemade cookie dough if you like. Measure the flour into tablespoon sized portions.
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I created this “recipe” in 2012, but I updated the pictures and helpful tips in 2025!
