Embark on a culinary adventure with our irresistible Reese’s Peanut Butter Bars! These delightful bars feature a luscious peanut butter cookie crust, a creamy cream cheese filling studded with chunks of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, all topped off with a layer of whipped cream and more peanut butter cup pieces. It’s a dessert lover’s dream come true!
Indulge in Peanut Butter Perfection
Reese’s Peanut Butter Bars offer the perfect balance of chocolate and peanut butter flavors, making them a surefire hit for any sweet tooth. With a simple yet mouthwatering combination of ingredients, these bars are not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying to devour.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Crafted with pantry staples, our recipe ensures you can whip up these delectable bars in no time. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Peanut Butter Crust: Start with a peanut butter cookie crust made with just three ingredients: peanut butter, sugar, and egg. It’s the same crust used in our beloved 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies, perfectly complementing the flavors of this dessert.
- Cream Cheese Filling: Cream cheese, whipped cream, and crushed Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups come together to create a creamy and indulgent filling for the bars.
- Topping: Finish off these bars with a layer of whipped cream and a sprinkle of extra Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup pieces for added decadence.
How to Store Reese’s Peanut Butter Bars
Store these heavenly bars in the refrigerator, covered, where they’ll keep for up to 5 days. Alternatively, you can freeze them for up to 3 months. Just remember to thaw them in the refrigerator before indulging.
Ingredients:
Peanut Butter Crust:
- 1 cup (258 g) peanut butter, creamy or crunchy
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 1 package (8 ounces / 225 g) cream cheese, room temperature
- 8 ounces (about 227 g) whipped cream, store-bought or homemade
- 2 cups (about 20) miniature Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, crushed, divided
Topping:
- 8 ounces (about 227 g) whipped cream, store-bought or homemade
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, and egg.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture into the prepared dish.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
- Meanwhile, using a hand mixer, whip the cream cheese until light and fluffy. Fold in the whipped cream.
- Fold in most of the crushed Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, reserving some for topping.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the peanut butter cookie crust.
- Top with whipped cream and sprinkle the extra Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup pieces over the top.
- Let the bars chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Indulge in the decadence of our Reese’s Peanut Butter Bars for a truly delightful dessert experience!
