These Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Truffles are an easy no-bake treat made with creamy peanut butter, smooth cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla, then coated in rich chocolate and colorful Reese’s Pieces.
They’re perfect for holidays, parties, dessert trays, or whenever you want a quick homemade candy without turning on the oven. The creamy peanut butter center and crunchy candy coating make every bite sweet, rich, and satisfying.
🛒 Ingredients
- 250g creamy peanut butter
- 120g cream cheese, softened
- 80g (about ⅔ cup) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 200g melted chocolate, milk or dark
- 100g Reese’s Pieces
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Peanut Butter Filling
In a medium bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth, thick, and completely combined.
2. Shape the Truffles
Scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them between your hands to form bite-sized balls. Place the truffles on a parchment-lined tray.
3. Chill
Freeze the peanut butter balls for 20–30 minutes. Chilling helps them firm up and makes them much easier to coat with chocolate.
4. Melt the Chocolate
Melt the chocolate gently in the microwave in short intervals, stirring between each one, or use a double boiler. Stir until completely smooth.
5. Coat the Truffles
Dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, making sure it is completely coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
6. Add the Reese’s Pieces
Immediately sprinkle the truffles with crushed or chopped Reese’s Pieces, or gently roll them in the candy pieces while the chocolate is still wet.
7. Set the Truffles
Place the coated truffles back on the tray and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes, or until the chocolate has completely set.
8. Serve
Serve the truffles chilled or slightly softened at room temperature for a creamier texture.
⭐ Tips for Perfect Peanut Butter Truffles
- Chill before dipping: Freezing the peanut butter balls helps them hold their shape while being coated.
- Use softened cream cheese: This makes the filling smoother and easier to mix.
- Don’t overheat the chocolate: Melt it gently to keep it smooth and easy to work with.
- Add toppings quickly: Reese’s Pieces should be added while the chocolate is still wet so they stick properly.
- Make them uniform: Using a small cookie scoop helps create evenly sized truffles.
🧂 Easy Variations
For a sweet-and-salty version, sprinkle a tiny amount of flaky sea salt over the chocolate before it sets.
You can also use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate for a richer contrast with the sweet peanut butter center. For extra crunch, mix a small amount of finely chopped Reese’s Pieces directly into the filling.
🎄 Serving Ideas
Arrange the truffles in mini paper candy cups for a bakery-style presentation. They make a beautiful addition to holiday dessert trays, party tables, cookie boxes, and homemade edible gifts.
🧊 Storage
Store the finished truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Keep them chilled until ready to serve.
📋 Recipe Information
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 35–50 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour
Yield: Approximately 20–24 truffles, depending on size
Category: No-Bake Dessert / Candy
Cuisine: American
❤️ Final Thoughts
These Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Truffles are proof that an impressive homemade dessert doesn’t have to be complicated. With just a handful of ingredients and no baking required, you can create rich, creamy, chocolate-covered treats that are perfect for sharing.
The combination of peanut butter, chocolate, and colorful Reese’s Pieces makes these little truffles especially fun for holidays and celebrations.