Description
Sweet chocolate meets creamy Reeses Peanut Butter Bark in a delightful dessert that melds rich cocoa with nutty peanut butter. Chocolate lovers will savor each mouthwatering bite of this simple, irresistible treat perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter
- 16 oz (454g) white chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup (100g) chopped Reeses Pieces candies
Binding/Texture Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (120g) confectioners sugar
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring excess paper hangs over the edges for easy removal later.
- Create the initial white chocolate foundation by melting half of the white chocolate with oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in short bursts, stirring between each interval until smooth and glossy. Carefully pour the melted chocolate into the prepared pan, using an offset spatula to distribute evenly. Chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes until slightly firm.
- Craft the peanut butter layer by thoroughly blending peanut butter and butter until completely smooth. Incorporate confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing until the mixture is uniform and creamy. Gently spread this layer over the chilled white chocolate base, ensuring a consistent thickness.
- Proceed with the final white chocolate layer by repeating the melting process with the remaining chocolate and oil. Pour this layer delicately over the peanut butter filling, creating a smooth surface.
- Embellish the top with a generous scattering of chopped Reese’s Pieces candies, pressing them lightly to ensure they adhere to the chocolate.
- Allow the bark to set completely by refrigerating uncovered for 30-60 minutes. After the first hour, loosely cover if storing longer to prevent moisture accumulation.
- When ready to serve, lift the bark from the pan using the parchment paper edges. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into desired pieces using a sharp knife, noting that the chocolate may crack slightly if extremely cold.
Notes
- Prevent chocolate seizing by using room temperature oil and stirring gently during melting to maintain smooth consistency.
- Ensure peanut butter mixture is well-combined but not overmixed to keep the texture light and creamy.
- Use a cold pan and refrigeration technique to help layers set quickly and maintain distinct color separation.
- Allow bark to slightly temper at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before cutting to reduce potential cracking and create cleaner slices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 266
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 92mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 16mg