There’s nothing quite like a warm tray of Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites fresh out of the oven. These delightful little morsels are packed with everything we love—creamy peanut butter, sweet chocolate, and a soft, chewy texture that melts in your mouth. I’ve made these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites for school events, holiday cookie trays, and even midweek treats, and they’ve never let me down. The best part? You can make a batch of Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites in under 30 minutes!
Inspired by classic American flavors, this quick-bake treat is perfect year-round. Whether you serve them warm and gooey in the winter with hot cocoa or pack them into a picnic basket in summer, these cookie bites always disappear fast. They’re a hit with kids and adults alike, and the best part? They’re super easy to make—no stand mixer needed!
🍪 Why You’ll Love These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites
- Effortless: No need to chill dough or use a mixer.
- Perfect Portions: These bites are just the right size—perfect for little hands or for popping on a dessert tray.
- Flavor Bombs: Packed with peanut butter and chocolate in every bite.
- Customizable: Toss in extras like chopped nuts, pretzels, or mini Reese’s for a fun twist.
- Any Season: These cookie bites feel just as at home at a summer picnic as they do at a winter holiday party.
🍫 Ingredients (Makes 6 Servings / About 12 Bites)
- Peanut Butter (1/2 cup): Creamy works best for that smooth, moist texture. You can substitute with almond butter or a nut-free version like sunflower seed butter.
- Unsalted Butter (1/4 cup, melted): Adds richness. You can use coconut oil for a dairy-free twist.
- Brown Sugar (1/3 cup): Keeps things chewy and adds a hint of molasses flavor.
- Granulated Sugar (1/4 cup): Helps balance the sweetness and texture.
- Egg (1 large): Binds everything together and adds richness.
- Vanilla Extract (1/2 tsp): Adds warm, sweet flavor depth.
- Baking Soda (1/2 tsp): Gives lift and keeps the texture light.
- Salt (1/4 tsp): Enhances the peanut butter and chocolate flavors.
- All-Purpose Flour (3/4 cup): Classic base. Use gluten-free 1:1 flour as a substitute if needed.
- Mini Chocolate Chips (1/2 cup): So every bite is loaded with chocolate!
- Optional: Mini Reese’s cups, crushed pretzels, or a drizzle of melted chocolate on top.
🕒 Prep & Bake Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Bake Time: 8–10 minutes
- Cooling Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20–25 minutes
🧁 How to Make Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites
1. Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a mini muffin tin for bite-sized cookies.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix the peanut butter, melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and whisk until well combined.
3. Add Dry Ingredients
Stir in baking soda, salt, and flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix! Gently fold in chocolate chips.
4. Scoop and Shape
Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to shape the dough into 1-inch balls. Place them on the baking sheet, or into mini muffin cups for thicker, puffier bites.
🍫 Optional: Press a mini Reese’s piece into the center of each dough ball for extra decadence.
5. Bake
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are set and the centers look just slightly underbaked—they’ll continue to cook on the pan.
6. Cool and Devour
Let the bites cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for later!
🍽️ Tips & Variations
- Nut-Free? Try using sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
- Gluten-Free? Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Add Crunch: Fold in chopped peanuts or crushed pretzels for texture.
- More Chocolate? Drizzle melted chocolate over the top once cooled.
❄️ Storing Your Cookie Bites
- Room Temp: Store in an airtight container up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooled cookies for up to 3 months. Defrost at room temperature or microwave for 15 seconds.
🍪 What to Pair Them With
- Drink Pairings:
- Iced milk latte in summer
- Hot cocoa or chai latte in winter
- Dessert Companions:
- Ice cream sandwich with two bites
- Crumbled over vanilla yogurt