Reese's Pieces Fudge

Creamy chocolate fudge is packed with small pieces of peanut butter candy bursts, making this Reese's Pieces fudge a delicious choice year-round.

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Reese’s Pieces Fudge Ingredients
Substitutions And Additions
How To Make This Reese’s Pieces Fudge Recipe
How To Serve
Storage
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Quick and simple to make, this fun Reese’s Pieces fudge is sure to be a favorite! With the classic flavors of peanut butter candy and smooth homemade chocolate fudge, turning these extraordinary confections into one sweet treat will be a sure crowd-pleaser.

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Reese’s Pieces Fudge Ingredients

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You’ll need:

2 cups of chocolate cake mix
2 cups of powdered sugar
½ cup of butter, very soft
¼ cup of milk
¾ cup of Reese’s Pieces + an extra handful to decorate the top of the fudge

Substitutions And Additions

MIX-INS: Mix Reese’s Pieces with Reese’s peanut butter chips or milk chocolate chips for a great way to make this already perfect recipe even better.

How To Make This Reese’s Pieces Fudge Recipe

STEP ONE: In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix and the powdered sugar. Set aside.

chocolate cake mix and powdered sugar combined

STEP TWO: In a separate bowl, mix together the butter and milk, then add to the chocolate cake mix and powdered sugar.

butter and milk mixed together in a bowl

STEP THREE: Once well mixed, add in the ¾ cup of Reese’s Pieces.

STEP FOUR: Pour the fudge mixture into an 8×8 square pan, gently pressing it down with your hands.

PRO TIP:

Line your square baking pan with parchment paper or foil to make it easy to pop out of the container once your fudge has set.

fudge poured into the baking dish and reeses's pieces sprinkled on top

STEP FIVE: Sprinkle the extra Reese’s Pieces on top.

PRO TIP:

To make it easier to cut later, you can lightly score the top of the fudge with a sharp knife before chilling.

STEP SIX: Place the fudge in the fridge to set for 3-4 hours. Remove and cut into squares.

PRO TIP:

Use a nice, sharp knife when cutting your fudge so that the edges come out clean.

How To Serve

Peanut butter lovers will gobble up this amazing creamy fudge.

It would be the perfect addition to holiday gifts, along with our gingerbread fudge and eggnog fudge.

This tasty treat is also great for a snack any time of year with an iced tea to wash it down.

Want more delicious fudge recipes? We love tiger fudge and rocky road fudge for easy fudge recipes.

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Storage

ON THE COUNTER: You can store this irresistible rich fudge in an airtight container for up to a few days at room temperature. Separate the layers with wax paper, so the pieces of fudge don’t stick together.

IN THE FREEZER: This easy recipe freezes well in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. It is best to separate the pieces of fudge with wax paper, so they don’t stick together.

close up shot of Reese's Pieces Fudge in a baking dish

This Reese’s Pieces fudge recipe is a tasty, rich dessert without much work — you’ll love how fast this no-fail fudge is to make, with the hardest part being the chilling stage. You can never go wrong with the combination of peanut butter and chocolate.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can this simple fudge recipe be frozen?

This decadent fudge freezes exceptionally well. Store in an airtight container for up to three months. This is a great option if you are planning to give this as a homemade gift. Make it ahead of time and store it until you are ready to share it.

How do I slice chilled Reese’s fudge easily?

To easily slice the fudge, dip a large sharp flat knife in boiling water, dry it completely and cut one long slice (the heat will help the blade to glide through).

Can I mix in other ingredients to this fudge?

Mix nuts, chocolate chips, or peanut butter chips into this Reese’s peanut butter fudge for an extra tasty treat.

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Reese’s Pieces Fudge

5 from 5 votes

Creamy chocolate fudge is packed with small pieces of peanut butter candy bursts, making this Reese's Pieces fudge a delicious choice year-round.

Prep Time 10

Total Time 3 10

Servings

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Ingredients

2 cups chocolate cake mix
2 cups powdered sugar
½ cup butter, very soft
¼ cup milk
¾ cup Reese’s Pieces, plus an extra handful to decorate the top of the fudge

Instructions

Combine the chocolate cake mix and the powdered sugar. Set aside.
Mix butter and milk together, then combine with the chocolate cake mix and powdered sugar. Mix thoroughly.
Add in the ¾ cup of Reese’s Pieces.
Pour the fudge into a greased 8×8 baking dish, gently pressing it down with your hands. Sprinkle the extra Reese’s Pieces on top.
Place the fudge in the fridge to set for 3-4 hours. Remove and cut and into squares.

Notes

Line your square baking pan with parchment paper or foil to make it easy to pop out of the container once your fudge has set.
To make it easier to cut later, you can lightly score the top of the fudge with a sharp knife before chilling.
Use a nice, sharp knife when cutting your fudge so that the edges come out clean.

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