Ultimate Indulgence: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie (Giant Reese’s Pie)
Introduction:
If you love Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, this pie is about to become your new obsession. The Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie—also known as the Giant Reese’s Pie—is a rich, decadent dessert that transforms a beloved candy into a show-stopping, sliceable masterpiece. With a thick, creamy peanut butter filling and a silky chocolate ganache coating, this dessert delivers bold flavor, smooth texture, and irresistible nostalgia in every bite.
This pie is perfect for holidays, celebrations, or anytime you want to impress without turning on the oven. It captures the iconic balance of sweet chocolate and salty peanut butter while elevating it into a dessert that feels indulgent, dramatic, and completely unforgettable. One slice goes a long way, but stopping at one is easier said than done.
Ingredients:
This recipe uses simple pantry staples to recreate the unmistakable flavor of a classic Reese’s—just on a much bigger and more indulgent scale.
Chocolate Ganache:
- Milk Chocolate Chips: Two and a half cups create a smooth, glossy chocolate shell that mimics the outer layer of a Reese’s cup.
- Vegetable Oil: One and a half tablespoons help the chocolate stay silky and easy to slice.
Chunky Peanut Butter Filling:
- Powdered Sugar: One and one-third cups add sweetness and structure to the filling.
- Graham Cracker Crumbs: One cup provides texture and a subtle crunch.
- Crunchy Peanut Butter: One and one-quarter cups give the filling its signature flavor and satisfying bite.
- Salted Sweet Cream Butter: Half a cup adds richness and helps bind the filling into a smooth, firm layer.