Loaded Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Bark Recipe
This Loaded Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Bark is a deliciously indulgent treat combining creamy peanut butter, smooth milk chocolate, and crunchy Reese’s Pieces candy. Perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers, this no-bake bark layers melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture for a rich, sweet snack that’s easy to make and perfect for sharing or gifting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours (includes chilling time)
- Yield: About 20 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Layer
- 3 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips, divided (1 1/2 cups + 2 cups)
Peanut Butter Layer
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter (e.g., JIF)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons butter, softened
Topping
- 1 cup Reese’s Pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Line a 10 by 15 inch pan with wax paper to prevent sticking and to make it easier to lift the bark out once set.
- Melt the first chocolate layer: Melt 1 1/2 cups of the milk chocolate chips until smooth, then spread this melted chocolate evenly over the lined pan. Note that the layer won’t cover the entire pan edge to edge. Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill until the chocolate is firm.
- Make the peanut butter mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and softened butter. Warm briefly in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds if needed to ease mixing, and stir until smooth. Spread this peanut butter mixture evenly over the chilled chocolate layer.
- Set the peanut butter layer: Return the pan to the refrigerator to allow the peanut butter layer to firm up.
- Melt the top chocolate layer: Melt the remaining 2 cups of milk chocolate chips until smooth. Spread this melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter layer.
- Add the toppings and set: Sprinkle 1 cup of Reese’s Pieces evenly over the top chocolate layer. Chill in the refrigerator until fully set.
- Serve: Once set, break the bark into pieces. Store in an airtight container to keep fresh.
Notes
- You can use dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips as an alternative to milk chocolate for a different flavor profile.
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing with peanut butter and powdered sugar.
- If the chocolate starts to harden while spreading, gently warm it again to keep it workable.
- Store the bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and prevent melting.
- Feel free to customize toppings with chopped nuts or other candies for variety.
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