Unleash Your Inner Baker: 10 Delicious Recipes Featuring Reese’s New Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs

The arrival of Reese’s new Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs is more than just a sign of spring; it’s a call to action for bakers everywhere! These bite-sized bundles of peanut butter and chocolate goodness are incredibly versatile, lending themselves to a wide array of decadent desserts and sweet treats. Forget simply snacking on them (though that’s perfectly acceptable too!), and let’s dive into some creative recipes that will elevate your baking game this season.

This guide will walk you through 10 delicious recipes, each showcasing the unique potential of these unwrapped wonders. From cookies and brownies to cheesecakes and trifles, get ready to transform your kitchen into a peanut butter paradise!

1. Reese’s Mini Egg Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies

The classic peanut butter blossom gets a festive upgrade with the addition of Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs. These cookies are always a crowd-pleaser, and the mini eggs add an extra layer of chocolate and peanut butter perfection.

**Ingredients:**

* 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
* 1 teaspoon baking soda
* ½ teaspoon salt
* ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
* ½ cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky, your preference)
* ½ cup granulated sugar
* ½ cup packed brown sugar
* 1 large egg
* 2 tablespoons milk
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* ½ cup granulated sugar, for rolling
* Approximately 48 Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs

**Instructions:**

1. **Preheat and Prep:** Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. **Dry Ingredients:** In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. **Cream Butter and Sugars:** In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. **Wet Ingredients:** Beat in the egg, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. **Combine Wet and Dry:** Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. **Shape and Roll:** Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the remaining ½ cup of granulated sugar.
7. **Bake:** Place the sugared dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. **Bake Time:** Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
9. **Add the Eggs:** Immediately after removing the cookies from the oven, gently press a Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Egg into the center of each cookie.
10. **Cool and Enjoy:** Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

2. Reese’s Mini Egg Brownie Bites

Transform your favorite brownie recipe into bite-sized delights studded with Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs. These brownie bites are perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or a simple afternoon treat.

**Ingredients:**

* Your favorite brownie mix (or homemade recipe)
* Water, vegetable oil, and eggs (as called for on the brownie mix package)
* Approximately 48 Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs

**Instructions:**

1. **Prepare Brownie Batter:** Prepare the brownie batter according to the instructions on the package or your chosen recipe.
2. **Preheat and Prep:** Preheat your oven to the temperature recommended on the brownie mix package. Grease and flour a mini muffin tin.
3. **Fill the Muffin Tin:** Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with brownie batter.
4. **Add the Eggs:** Gently press a Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Egg into the center of each brownie bite.
5. **Bake:** Bake for the time recommended on the brownie mix package, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
6. **Cool and Enjoy:** Let the brownie bites cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

3. Reese’s Mini Egg Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Bars

Combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the irresistible flavor of peanut butter cups in these decadent cheesecake bars. The Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs add a festive touch and an extra burst of peanut butter flavor.

**Ingredients (Crust):**

* 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
* 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
* ¼ cup granulated sugar

**Ingredients (Filling):**

* 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
* ¾ cup granulated sugar
* 2 large eggs
* ½ cup peanut butter (creamy)
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* Approximately 36 Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs, halved

**Instructions:**

1. **Preheat and Prep:** Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
2. **Prepare the Crust:** In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. **Bake the Crust:** Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Let cool completely.
4. **Prepare the Filling:** In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
5. **Add Eggs and Peanut Butter:** Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract.
6. **Pour and Arrange:** Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Arrange the halved Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs evenly over the top of the cheesecake filling.
7. **Bake:** Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.
8. **Cool and Chill:** Let the cheesecake cool completely in the oven with the door ajar. Then, chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
9. **Cut and Serve:** Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the cheesecake out of the pan. Cut into bars and serve.

4. Reese’s Mini Egg Peanut Butter Fudge

This easy-to-make fudge is the perfect treat for peanut butter lovers. The Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs add a decorative touch and an extra dose of peanut butter goodness.

**Ingredients:**

* 3 cups granulated sugar
* ¾ cup unsalted butter
* ⅔ cup evaporated milk
* 1 (12 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
* 1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme
* 1 cup peanut butter (creamy)
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* Approximately 36 Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs

**Instructions:**

1. **Prep the Pan:** Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. **Combine Sugar, Butter, and Milk:** In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, and evaporated milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a full rolling boil.
3. **Boil and Stir:** Continue boiling for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. **Remove from Heat:** Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately stir in the chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, peanut butter, and vanilla extract.
5. **Mix Until Smooth:** Stir until everything is melted and smooth.
6. **Pour and Decorate:** Pour the fudge into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Gently press the Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs into the top of the fudge.
7. **Chill and Cut:** Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
8. **Cut and Serve:** Cut the fudge into squares and serve.

5. Reese’s Mini Egg Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats

Elevate the classic Rice Krispie Treat with the addition of peanut butter and Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs. These treats are easy to make and perfect for a quick and satisfying snack.

**Ingredients:**

* 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
* 10 ounces marshmallows
* ¼ cup unsalted butter
* ½ cup peanut butter (creamy)
* Approximately 24 Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs, roughly chopped

**Instructions:**

1. **Prep the Pan:** Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. **Melt Butter and Marshmallows:** In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
3. **Add Peanut Butter:** Stir in the peanut butter until well combined.
4. **Combine Cereal and Mixture:** Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
5. **Fold in Eggs:** Gently fold in the chopped Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs.
6. **Press and Cool:** Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
7. **Cool and Cut:** Let the treats cool completely before cutting them into squares.

6. Reese’s Mini Egg Peanut Butter Parfaits

Create a stunning and delicious dessert with these layered parfaits. The combination of chocolate pudding, whipped cream, crushed cookies, and Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs is simply irresistible.

**Ingredients:**

* 1 (3.9 ounce) package chocolate instant pudding mix
* 3 cups cold milk
* Whipped cream
* Chocolate cookies, crushed
* Approximately 36 Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs, halved

**Instructions:**

1. **Prepare Pudding:** In a large bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Let stand for 5 minutes to set.
2. **Layer Parfaits:** In individual glasses or parfait dishes, layer the chocolate pudding, whipped cream, crushed chocolate cookies, and halved Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs. Repeat the layers as desired.
3. **Chill and Serve:** Chill the parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

7. Reese’s Mini Egg Peanut Butter Cupcakes

Take your cupcakes to the next level with a peanut butter frosting and a Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Egg on top. These cupcakes are perfect for birthday parties, holidays, or any special occasion.

**Ingredients (Cupcakes):**

* Your favorite chocolate cupcake recipe (or box mix)

**Ingredients (Frosting):**

* ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
* 3 cups powdered sugar
* ½ cup peanut butter (creamy)
* ¼ cup milk
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* Approximately 24 Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs

**Instructions:**

1. **Bake Cupcakes:** Bake the cupcakes according to the instructions on your chosen recipe or box mix. Let cool completely.
2. **Prepare Frosting:** In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
3. **Add Peanut Butter and Milk:** Beat in the peanut butter, milk, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
4. **Frost Cupcakes:** Frost the cooled cupcakes with the peanut butter frosting.
5. **Decorate:** Top each cupcake with a Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Egg.

8. Reese’s Mini Egg Peanut Butter Bark

This easy-to-make bark is perfect for gifting or for satisfying your own sweet tooth. The combination of melted chocolate, peanut butter, and Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs is simply divine.

**Ingredients:**

* 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
* ½ cup peanut butter (creamy)
* Approximately 48 Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs

**Instructions:**

1. **Melt Chocolate:** Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
2. **Spread Chocolate:** Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
3. **Drizzle Peanut Butter:** Melt the peanut butter in a separate microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Drizzle the melted peanut butter over the chocolate.
4. **Swirl:** Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the peanut butter into the chocolate.
5. **Add Eggs:** Gently press the Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs into the chocolate.
6. **Chill and Break:** Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
7. **Break into Pieces:** Break the bark into pieces and serve.

9. Reese’s Mini Egg Peanut Butter Milkshake

Indulge in a creamy and decadent milkshake featuring the flavors of peanut butter and chocolate. The Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs add a delightful touch of texture and flavor.

**Ingredients:**

* 3 cups vanilla ice cream
* ½ cup milk
* ¼ cup peanut butter (creamy)
* 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
* Approximately 12 Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs, roughly chopped
* Whipped cream (optional)

**Instructions:**

1. **Combine Ingredients:** In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, milk, peanut butter, and chocolate syrup.
2. **Blend:** Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. **Add Eggs:** Stir in the chopped Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs.
4. **Pour and Serve:** Pour the milkshake into glasses. Top with whipped cream and a few extra chopped Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs, if desired.

10. Reese’s Mini Egg Peanut Butter Trail Mix

Create a sweet and salty snack mix that’s perfect for on-the-go snacking. The Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs add a touch of indulgence to this healthy and satisfying trail mix.

**Ingredients:**

* 2 cups pretzels
* 2 cups peanuts
* 1 cup raisins
* 1 cup chocolate chips
* 1 cup Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs

**Instructions:**

1. **Combine Ingredients:** In a large bowl, combine the pretzels, peanuts, raisins, chocolate chips, and Reese’s Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs.
2. **Mix Well:** Mix well to combine.
3. **Store:** Store in an airtight container.

These 10 recipes are just a starting point! Feel free to get creative and experiment with different combinations of flavors and textures. The possibilities are endless when it comes to baking with Reese’s new Mini Unwrapped Peanut Butter Eggs. Happy baking!