Description

Get ready to meet your new favorite sweet indulgence. These Reese’s Peanut Butter Dessert Recipes are every peanut butter lover’s dream come true — rich, creamy, chocolatey, and best of all, no baking required. You can whip up these bars in minutes, chill them, and have a tray of irresistible treats waiting whenever that chocolate craving hits.

Each bite delivers the perfect balance of silky peanut butter, buttery graham crunch, and smooth, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate. Basically, it’s like a homemade Reese’s peanut butter cup — just bigger, bolder, and even more satisfying.

Ingredients

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For the Peanut Butter Layer

1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter – smooth and rich, the star flavor of the bars
1 cup (225g) melted unsalted butter – adds that melt-in-your-mouth texture
2 cups (250g) powdered sugar – for sweetness and structure
2 cups (200g) graham cracker crumbs – creates the perfect buttery base

For the Chocolate Layer

1½ cups (260g) semisweet chocolate chips – gives a luscious chocolate topping
½ cup (120g) creamy peanut butter – keeps the chocolate glossy and soft

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Instructions

Mix the Peanut Butter Base
- Start by grabbing a large bowl. Add in your melted butter and peanut butter, then stir until they blend together like liquid gold. Next, mix in the powdered sugar and graham cracker crumbs. Stir until everything is evenly combined and the mixture becomes thick but spreadable.
- Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, then press the peanut butter mixture firmly into the bottom. Smooth out the surface so it’s nice and even — that’s your base layer done!
Melt the Chocolate Topping
- Now for the best part: the chocolate layer. Combine the chocolate chips and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring after each one, until the mixture turns silky and completely melted.
- If you prefer, you can also melt it over low heat on the stove using a double boiler — whichever method you find easier.
Assemble and Chill
- Pour that shiny chocolate-peanut butter topping over the prepared base. Use a spatula to spread it evenly across the top, making sure every corner is covered.
- Pop the dish into the refrigerator for at least two hours, or until the chocolate layer is firm enough to slice.
Slice and Enjoy
- Once set, remove the bars from the fridge and let them rest for about 5 minutes. This little wait helps the chocolate soften slightly, so it won’t crack when cutting.
- Lift the parchment paper out of the pan, transfer it to a cutting board, and slice into bars or squares. Then — the best part — dig in!

Notes

Storage: Keep your bars in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for up to a week (if they last that long!).
Freezing: Want to save some for later? Freeze the bars in a tightly sealed container for up to three months. Just let them thaw in the fridge before serving.
Chocolate Swaps: Love dark chocolate? Go for it! Or try milk chocolate for a sweeter twist. Both work beautifully.
Crunch Lovers: For an extra crunch, stir in a handful of chopped peanuts or sprinkle some on top before chilling.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Category: Desserts

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 280 kcal
Sugar: 18 g
Sodium: 95 mg
Fat: 19 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg