Reese's Peanut Butter Cookie Cake – Soft, Chewy & Chocolatey Dessert

This Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookie Cake is a rich, soft, and chewy dessert packed with peanut butter flavor and loaded with chocolate. Made with creamy peanut butter and topped with chopped Reese’s candies, this cookie cake is perfect for birthdays, parties, or anytime you want a decadent homemade treat.

With a thick cookie texture and a soft center, this peanut butter cookie cake combines the classic flavors of peanut butter and chocolate in one easy dessert. It’s simple to prepare and guaranteed to be a favorite for peanut butter lovers.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Soft and chewy texture
Rich peanut butter flavor
Loaded with chocolate candy pieces
Perfect for celebrations
Easy homemade dessert
Great for sharing

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Optional:

Extra Reese’s pieces for topping
Melted chocolate for drizzling

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix Butter and Sugars

In a large bowl, beat together the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.

Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients

Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until combined.

Step 5: Add Chocolate

Fold in the chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups and chocolate chips.

Step 6: Spread the Dough

Press the dough evenly into the prepared cake pan.

Sprinkle extra Reese’s pieces on top if desired.

Step 7: Bake

Bake for 18–22 minutes until the edges are golden and the center is set but still soft.

Step 8: Cool and Serve

Allow the cookie cake to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Serve slightly warm or at room temperature.

Tips for the Best Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookie Cake

Do not overbake to keep the center soft
Use creamy peanut butter for best texture
Press dough evenly for consistent baking
Let the cookie cake cool before slicing
Add extra candy pieces on top for decoration

Variations

Double Chocolate Cookie Cake
Add extra chocolate chips or chocolate chunks.

Mini Cookie Cakes
Divide the dough into smaller pans for individual servings.

Frosted Cookie Cake
Add chocolate or vanilla frosting on top after cooling.

Crunchy Peanut Butter Version
Use crunchy peanut butter for extra texture.

Storage

Store the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookie Cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

You can refrigerate it for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.

This Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookie Cake is a rich and satisfying dessert that combines soft peanut butter cookie texture with delicious chocolate flavor. It’s an easy homemade treat that’s perfect for any occasion.