by Holly
These are truly amazing! I made these Copy Cat Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups as a gift for my husband.. but of course, I had to test one out. Ok, two.. I tested two. And then he gave me one… to share. And then I stole one… but there were still lots left for him!
Anyhow, these are actually really easy to make although they do take some time. The final product came out beautifully and I was so excited to give them as a gift! I used a high-quality milk chocolate which just added to the decadence of these peanut butter cups. You could use dark chocolate or even chocolate chips if that happens to be what you have on hand!
Enjoy… although I don’t think I have to tell you that! ;)
Items you’ll need for this recipe:
* Peanut Butter * Milk Chocolate * Peanut Butter Cup Mold *
Reeses Peanut Butter Cups
Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine AmericanIngredients
- 3/4 lb Good quality dark or milk chocolate
- 1 Cup of Smooth or Chunky Peanut Butter (I used smooth)
- 1 Cup of Powdered Sugar
- 1/3 Cup of Graham Crumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Peanut butter cup mold (also available at craft stores)
- OR muffin/cupcake papers
Instructions
Chocolate
- Melt chocolate at 50% power in the microwave stirring every 30 seconds. The chocolate does not have to be completely melted, as it sits little pieces will melt in. Be extra careful not to overheat the chocolate or it will seize.
- Place about a teaspoon of chocolate in each well or muffin cup and with the back of a spoon, "pull" the chocolate up the sides ensuring the bottom and sides are completely covered.
- Place in the freezer for about 30 seconds to stiffen up the chocolate and you can "re-pull" more or fill in any gaps. (I held my mold up to light and it was easy to see spots where the chocolate was thin)
- Place back into the fridge until cold
Filling
- Mix together peanut butter, powdered sugar, salt and graham crumbs in a bowl
- Microwave about 90 seconds to soften the mixture and allow it to be poured.
- Place 1 tablespoon of the peanut butter mixture into the wells and gently tap or shake to smooth it.
- Place in the freezer for about 5 minutes
Top
- Spoon enough chocolate on top of the peanut butter to cover it and shake or tap the mold/cup to smooth the top
- Refrigerate until cold
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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* Peanut Butter Lasagna * Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies * Rolo Cheesecake *
I’m allergic to peanuts and nuts and made them with soy butter….they turned out so good that my family who eats Reese cups loved them even as well
I used the chunky and skipped the crackers and was perfect
Thank you for sharing Tiffany! Great to know they work that way.
What can I use instead of graham crackers ? I’m gluten free they’re extremely expensive so I need an alternative.
Hi Linda, some readers have made these without the graham crackers with good results. They are just for helping to get the right consistency in the peanut butter filling so you could try leaving them out or substitute in your favorite gluten-free cookies.
These seriously turned out amazing! Can’t wait to make them again!
I am so glad you enjoyed them Sapana!
Wow! This is my kind of recipe! My absolute favorite candy that I can now make from home! Delish!
Thank you so much Sara! I hope you love them when you get a chance to try the recipe!
How cool love Reese’s cups and teh making them homemade it is genius. I need one now!
Thanks so much Adriana! I hope you love them when you get a chance to try the recipe!
Peanut Butter sounds awesome and I cant wait to try these cute cups for my next party.
Thanks Veena! Hope you love them!
These are so delicious and simple to make. And a crowd pleaser for every event. So good!
Thanks so much Colleen! I am so glad you enjoyed them!
Reese’s peanut butter cups are my favorite candy! I’ve never even thought about making them from scratch but after reading this, I can’t wait to try! The chance to make them with better quality chocolate and peanut butter is reason enough to make them at home. Thanks so much for sharing!
So happy you think so Rebecca! We know you’ll love them!
Yummmm my favourite dessert of ALL TIME! I have never tried making my own, but seeing how easy this recipe is, it is now something I absolutely MUST TRY!
Definitely a must-try Aleta! Let us know what you think!
I don’t understand putting Graham crackers in Copycat Reese’s peanut butter cups, are you serious about that cause when I eat a Reese’s cup I definitely did not detect graham crackers in them??
You don’t taste the flavor, it helps with the right consistency.
Do they just pop out of the muffin tin when done or was I supposed to spray them/or use paper liners??
If I use a muffin tin I usually line it with the papers.
Do they actually taste like real Reese’s peanut butter cups. I don’t recall graham crackers being in them
They do taste like Reese’s. :)
My grandson has celiacs & I will make these without the graham crumbs!
I’m going try making these using Carob Chips since I’m allergic to chocolate!
I wonder if Sunflower Butter would work? My friends son is allergic to nuts and soy, but I know she buys Enjoy Life Brand Chocolate for him (and so do I) and she gets soy free sunflower butter….then he would be able to experiance somewhat what a peanut butter cup tastes like
Oh that is a great idea!! If you try it, let us know how it works out for you!
These look yummy!! Can’t wait to try them!!
Did you use chocolate bark?
I used a high quality milk chocolate chunks (like bark but a bit thicker). You can often find them in the bulk section of your grocery or at a bulk store.
How many does this make?? I am thinking of making them as favors for my wedding….
This made 12 for me.. but it can vary depending on thickness. Even a slight variation in your mold/pan can change the number. You might like to try a small batch to test how many you get with your specific pan/mold.
These look incredible! Have to try them – I like the post about trying it with almond butter, too.
I made these yesterday and they were fantastic!!! I did have one issue…my filling was not pourable; once I mixed the ingredients together it got thick even after microwaving. Any tips???
I didn’t have any trouble with that… was your peanut butter “natural” or the regular kind? Mine was not “natural”… and normally natural seems thicker so that is one possibility. If you used just regular, you could possibly try reducing or eliminating the graham crumbs. I used these to add a little bit of texture and flavor but they would still be delicious without.
If you loved the taste of the mixture but it was too thick, instead of making peanut butter cups you can make peanut butter truffles! Just form you mixture into balls, chill then drop in the melted chocolate to coat and voila! Peanut butter chocolate truffles!! Reeces style.
I added a tablespoon of coconut oil to my peanut butter mixture and then it was pourable (I used natural peanut butter).
Thank you for sharing your idea!
I’m going to have to try to make these with the soy butter I have to use because I’m allergic to peanuts. =)
Let us know how it turns out! Great alternative!
oh my – my husband would LOVE these ;)
Found you at Miz Helen’s!
Your Copycat Reeses looks awesome! Have a great St. Patrick’s Day and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday!
Come Back Soon,
Miz Helen
Looking forward to making these! They look so WONDERFUL!
I have never seen someone make these to look so much like the original!! Reese’s are a favorite at my house. My kiddos would be amazed to see me make them myself…lol! Definitely going to try these!
You are GENIUS! How awesome is this recipe!? Reese’s are definitely one of my favorite candies so this recipe is a total keeper! Thank you!
I saw this post on the Tuesday Talent Show linky party. I’d love for you to check out a recipe I linked up too, it’s perfect for Pi Day tomorrow- it’s a traditional Polish Apple Pie called Szarlotka but with less sugar than original. Hope you have a great rest of your day, dear! :)
I would love to have your recipe for the apple pie that you speak of here on this site. I’m Czech and absolutely love to cook anything Polish, Czech etc. who knows maybe we can share recipes from our ancestors. ie, halopkie sp? stuffed cabbage, cruschki sp? another nice cookie which you slice to make little bows and then deep fry and then toss in confectioners sugar, a favorite for Easter or Christmas in my family. Time consuming yes, but so worth it. Sincerely, Lynne Stranick Gerheart
A friend of mine once wanted to make a pie sized cup. Let’s just say it didn’t work out so well.
I think I might surprise my husband with these one day.
Oh nice!
I love Recess! I’m stopping by from the Totally Tasty Tuesdays. I hope you will come over to my party and share some great recipes on http://rediscovermom.blogspot.com/2013/03/tried-and-true-recipe-party-3.html
Yum! These look so good to eat! Not so great for the diet, but yummy!
These look scrumptious! :)
This looks great! I am deathly allergic to peanut butter, but my hubby loves peanut butter cups and hasn’t had them in a really long time because of me…Hopefully I can make these with almond butter and it’ll taste similar!
Helen
Blue Eyed Beauty Blog
Ooohh Helen! If you try it let me know! I love that option!
I am also deadly allergic to peanuts so I just made them with Wow butter (soy “peanut” butter). It doesnt melt as well so you have to scoop it into the chocolate cups but my husband loves them.
Oh my! I bet they are better than the original because you use better chocolate! My husband loves peanut butter cps so I HAVE to make thee for him!
Thanks for the recipe… :)
hugs x
crsytelle
OMG! You had me Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups! They are my favorite. I am so excited to try this recipe. I pinned it on my board for you so I could remember it. Thanks for sharing!
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Oh my goodness, these look good! I love reeses peanut butter cups, I’m seriously gonna have to give this a try! I mean, I know they’re not exactly healthy, but they’ve got to be better than store bought!
Oh my! These look like trouble! I have got to try these!
lord these look good! Fat free right? ;) Going to have to give them a go, PB cups are my fav!
These looks good! Anything with chocolate and peanut butter is worth making in my book! Thank you for sharing this.. its hard to find a recipe for peanut butter cups thats easy. :)
Oh my goodness i want some…..torture a pregnant lady!! lol
lol.. You have to make them! SO worth it!! :)