Best 3 Better Than Reeses Cups Recipes

Indulge in a delectable journey beyond the realm of ordinary chocolate treats with our curated collection of recipes that surpass the classic Reese's Cups. Embark on a culinary adventure where rich chocolate embraces a symphony of tantalizing flavors, textures, and forms, elevating your dessert experience to new heights. From the irresistible crunch of peanut butter-filled chocolate truffles to the velvety embrace of chocolate mousse cups adorned with peanut butter ganache, each recipe promises an explosion of taste that will leave you craving more. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect chocolate shell, mastering the art of ganache, and achieving that irresistible peanut butter filling that melts in your mouth. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a symphony of chocolate and peanut butter harmony, surpassing the boundaries of traditional Reese's Cups.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BETTER THAN REESE'S CUPS

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My beautiful Aunt JoAnne from Oklahoma shared this recipe with me many years ago. It is mouth watering if you like peanut butter cups. This candy makes wonderful little gifts at Christmas time. Hope you love it

Provided by Candy Beard

Categories Other Snacks

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 stick real butter melted
2 1/3 c powdered sugar
1 3/4 c graham cracker crumbs
1 c peanut butter
1 pkg (12 oz) milk chocolate chips

Steps:

1. Mix all ingredients except chocolate chips.
2. Spread into a 9x13 pan.
3. Melt chocolate chips and pour over the top of the mixture.
4. Chill and cut into squares.

BETTER THAN REESE'S PEANUT BUTTER CUPS

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These are soooooo good! They aren't the usual sickening sweet version some of you have tried. They make wonderful gifts for the holiday too!

Provided by FarahC

Categories Candy

Time 15m

Yield 24-45 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup softened unsalted butter
2 cups creamy peanut butter
1 (12 ounce) package milk chocolate chips

Steps:

Mix together graham cracker crumbs and powdered sugar. Add peanut butter, and softened butter, mix well.
Press into ungreased 9x13 pan.
Set aside.
In a double boiler, melt your chocolate chips (some people use the microwave to melt chips, which is just fine).
After chips are melted pour and spread over peanut butter graham cracker mixture.
Chill in the refrigerator until set. Approximately 25-35 minutes. Keep chilled, or in a fairly cool room away from heat, if you store them out of the fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.1, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 20.9, Sodium 133.5, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 14.6, Protein 6

REESE'S PEANUT BUTTER CUPS (COPYCAT)

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This recipe is from Todd Wilbur's "Top Secret Recipes" (www.TopSecretRecipes.com). In heaven there must be a special place for those of us who love peanut butter & chocolate. This recipe has no added butter like many other copycat recipes. You will need a muffin tin, preferably with shallow cups, but the regular size will work if filled only halfway. Times are a guess-timate and do not include cooling and firming time.

Provided by Kats Mom

Categories Candy

Time 25m

Yield 12 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup peanut butter
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
12 ounces milk chocolate chips

Steps:

In a small bowl, mix the salt, peanut butter and powdered sugar until firm.
Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler over hot, not boiling water (OR you can melt them in the microwave for about two minutes, stirring midway).
Grease muffin-tin cups and spoon some chocolate into each, filling halfway.
With the back of a spoon, draw the chocolate up the edges of each cup until all sides are coated.
Cool in the refrigerator until firm.
Spread about a teaspoon of peanut butter mixture onto the chocolate in each cup, leaving room for the final chocolate layer.
Pour some chocolate (I imagine you will need to re-heat it) onto the top of each candy and spread it to the edges.
Let sit at room temperature or covered in the refrigerator.
Turn out of pan when firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 6.5, Sodium 169.6, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 19.8, Protein 7.6

Tips:

For a richer filling, use dark chocolate or semisweet chocolate instead of milk chocolate.
To make the peanut butter filling extra creamy, use smooth peanut butter. If you prefer a chunky filling, use crunchy peanut butter.
If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the chocolate to see if it's tempered by dipping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the chocolate hardens quickly and snaps when you break it, it's tempered.
To make the cups easier to unmold, chill them in the freezer for at least 30 minutes before you try to remove them from the molds.
Store the cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

These Better-Than-Reeses Cups are the perfect sweet treat for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying snack, give these cups a try. You won't be disappointed!