Do you have a favorite childhood treat that isn’t in stores anymore? I don’t remember what brand they were, but we used to get these shortbread bars that had a layer of chocolate and a sprinkle of candy pieces. Does anyone else remember them?
I used those bars as my inspiration for this recipe. These Reese’s Shortbread Bars are easy to make and are dangerously good! I was doing pretty good with eating better this year until I made these bars…
I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.
Reese’s has always been one of my favorite candies. I love both their peanut butter cups and Reese’s Pieces. Obviously, peanut butter and chocolate is one of my favorite combos!
When I heard that Reese’s had a new peanut butter chocolate spread, I couldn’t wait to try it! This spread is great for making a quick snack or dessert. You can top it on apples, spread it on toast, and add it to a s’more!
This spread also worked great in this recipe! You don’t have to add anything to it, just spread it on top of your shortbread bars and sprinkle with Reese’s Pieces.
These bars are great for an easy dessert or an afternoon snack. In fact, you don’t need an excuse to make these yummy treats. Go ahead and enjoy them today!
Reese’s Shortbread Bars
Ingredients
For the shortbread crust
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the topping
- 1 13 oz container of Reese's Peanut Butter Chocolate Spread
- 1 12 oz bag of Reese's Pieces
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350. Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
- Use an electric mixer with the paddle attachment to combine the flour, sugar, butter and salt. Beat until mixture is crumbly, about 4 minutes.
- Press the shortbread mixture into the pan. Bake until lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
For the topping
- Use a rubber spatula to spread the Reese's spread in an even layer on top of the shortbread.
- Sprinkle with Reese's Pieces. Cut into bars and enjoy!
Notes
- If you can't find the Reese's spread, you can use Nutella or any chocolate spread.
Have you tried Reese’s Spreads? How would you use them in a recipe?
Michelle says
OMG these look delicious. My husband is allergic to peanut butter, but more for me 😉 xoxo
Jenna Brussee says
I would be pretty excited to get all of these to myself! I shared them with my family and they disappeared so quickly!
Summer @ Coffee With S says
Uhm…Yum! My fiance loves Reese’s, as do I. I pretty sure I’ll be making these over the weekend. Thanks for sharing!
Jenna Brussee says
You will both love this treat! Double Reese’s 🙂
Anna @ The Beauty Section says
Oh yes!! I will be making these soon! Peanut Butter just speaks to me. I have always been a huge fan of Reese’s!!
Jenna Brussee says
Reese’s is the best! This spread is so yummy. I hope you can find some!
esther julee says
I feel like there’s a lot of cereals i used to eat that aren’t really in stores anymore. Or maybe I just haven’t been looking for them lately haha I’ll have to check. Also.. what? I love reese’s and had no idea they had a spread!
Jenna Brussee says
I feel that way about cereals, too. You’ll never guess what was one of my favorites, though… Reese’s Puffs! Hehe, you will love this spread. It’s soooo good!
Kendall Radenbaugh says
These look so delicious!! I will definitely have to give them a go!
Jenna Brussee says
Do it! They are 100% worth the calories.
Gennie says
Oh wow talk about a treat that I won’t be able to stop eating!! Sounds soooo good! 🙂 Can’t wait to try this!
Jenna Brussee says
Watch out, they are addicting!
Tayler says
Pinned!
Jenna Brussee says
Thanks, Tayler! I hope you enjoy them.
Jenna Griffin says
Yumm!! These make my mouth water! I absolutely love reeses!
Jenna Brussee says
Reese’s is the best! These bars are a great way to enjoy the Reese’s flavor.
Winnie says
WOWWW
Who in the world can resist such bars?
I wouldn’t be able to stop eating them 🙂
Jenna Brussee says
I couldn’t resist! They were just so good.
Stephanie @Sustaining the Powe says
I never should have clicked through to these bars. They look so yummy!! And I have all the ingredients but the Reese’s pieces in my pantry. I’m going to have to make them tomorrow.
Jenna Brussee says
You will love them! They are worth it, believe me.
Stephanie @Sustaining the Powe says
I think these are going to be our date night treat tomorrow!