Reese’s Pieces Brownies are fudgy, chocolatey, and loaded with colorful candy for a sweet, indulgent treat. Perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers, these brownies are rich, chewy, and irresistible.
Reese’s Pieces Brownies are the ultimate chocolate and peanut butter treat! Fudgy, rich, and loaded with colorful candy pieces, these brownies are chewy, decadent, and full of fun flavor in every bite. Perfect for parties, dessert tables, or satisfying your sweet tooth, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
There are so many luscious layers in this recipe for Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies. It is a really easy brownie recipe and the best Reese’s Dessert Recipe. I have been making brownies for every occasion such as Butterscotch Brownies Recipe, Red Velvet Brownies and Slutty Brownies.
If you love Reese’s as much as we do, try Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream and Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie.
What's in this post: Reese’s Pieces Brownies
Why We Love This Recipe
- Fudgy & Chewy: Rich chocolate brownies with the perfect texture every time.
- Peanut Butter Candy Twist: Loaded with Reese’s Pieces for a fun, colorful, and flavorful surprise in every bite.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Perfect for parties, potlucks, or dessert tables. Everyone will love them.
- Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps make this recipe quick and fun.
- Customizable: Add extra candy, chocolate chips, or even drizzle with peanut butter for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Brownies
- Sugar – Adds sweetness and helps create a slightly crispy top on the brownies.
- Brown Sugar – Adds moisture and a subtle caramel-like flavor for rich, fudgy brownies.
- Cocoa Powder – Gives the brownies a deep chocolate flavor and dark color.
- All-Purpose Flour – Provides structure while keeping the brownies soft and chewy.
- Butter – Adds richness and helps create a fudgy texture.
- Vanilla Extract – Enhances the chocolate flavor and adds a warm aroma.
- Chocolate Chips – Extra pockets of melted chocolate for a gooey, indulgent treat.
Frosting
- Unsalted Butter (softened) – Adds creaminess and richness while keeping the texture smooth.
- Creamy Peanut Butter – Provides classic peanut butter flavor and a luscious, spreadable texture.
- Milk – Helps thin the mixture to the perfect consistency for spreading or swirling.
- Powdered Sugar – Sweetens and stabilizes the peanut butter mixture for a smooth, creamy finish.
Topping
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips – Melt into fudgy pockets of chocolate throughout the brownies for rich flavor.
- Butter – Adds richness and helps create a smooth, decadent brownie base.
- Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups – Chunked or chopped, they provide creamy peanut butter centers for extra indulgence.
- Reese’s Pieces – Colorful, crunchy candy pieces that add texture and the classic peanut butter–chocolate flavor.
Find the complete ingredient list at the bottom of the post.
How To Make Brownies With Reese’s Pieces
- Step 1. First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9X13 baking pan with a non-stick cooking spray.
Step 2. Get out a large microwave safe bowl and melt the butter and chocolate chips together. Heat in 30 second interval until completely melted.
Step 3. Next, stir in the sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract. Then stir in the eggs, one at a time, until combined.
Step 4. Gradually, stir in the cocoa powder, flour, salt and baking powder. Mix these ingredients in by hand. Do not over mix these ingredients.
Step 5. Pour the batter evenly into the baking dish. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool.
Step 6. While the brownies cool, cream together the butter and peanut butter. It needs to be smooth and creamy.
Step 7. Then gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with milk. Combine with the mixer until the desired consistency.
Step 8. Finally, spread the frosting on top of the cooled brownies.
Step 9. Melt the chocolate chips and butter in a microwave safe bowl. Drizzle over the brownies. Sprinkle the chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups and Reese’s pieces on top.
Storage
Refrigerator: Keep in the fridge for up to 4-5 days, especially if frosted or layered with peanut butter. Bring to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
Freezer: Brownies freeze well for up to 2–3 months. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe container. Thaw at room temperature before cutting.
Make-Ahead: You can bake the brownies a day or two in advance. If adding peanut butter topping or candy, store separately and add just before serving for the best appearance and texture.
Pro Tips
- Allow brownies to cool. Make sure the brownies are cool before spreading the frosting.
- Don’t overmix the batter. The texture of brownies will not taste the same if you overmix.
- Allow to cool before cutting. Make sure the brownies are cool and set before cutting.
- Natural peanut butter is not recommended. You can use creamy or chunky peanut butter but natural is not suggested.
More Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups Recipe
- Peanut Butter Stuffed Chocolate Cookies
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes
I think you will love this peanut butter brownie recipe. Please leave a comment once you make it.
Reese’s Pieces Brownies
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Brown Sugar
- 2/3 Cup Cocoa Powder
- 1 Cup All Purpose Flour
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 4 Large Eggs
- 1 cup Butter
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Chocolate Chips
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 3 cups powdered sugar
For the Topping:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp butter
- 1 1/2 cups chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
- 1 cup Reese’s Pieces
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Instructions
For the Brownies:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9X13 baking pan with a non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large microwave safe mixing bowl, melt the butter and chocolate chips together. Heat in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until melted and combined. Let cool slightly.
- Stir in the sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract. Then stir in the eggs, one at a time, until combined.
- Slowly stir in the cocoa powder, flour, salt and baking powder. Mix these ingredients in by hand and be careful not to over mix these ingredients.
- Spread the batter into the 9X13 pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the brownies comes out clean.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before topping it with the frosting.
For the Frosting and Topping:
- In a medium bowl, cream together butter and peanut butter until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with milk, beating after each additional until desired consistency.
- Spread the frosting on top of the cooled brownies.
- Add the chocolate chip and butter to a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until melted and smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a piping bag or a ziplock bag. Cut off a small corn and then drizzle the chocolate over the peanut butter frosting.
- Sprinkle the chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups and Reese’s pieces on top.
- Let the topping cool completely and then the brownies are ready to slice, serve and enjoy!
