How to Make Reese's Peanut Butter Popcorn

All the flavor of your favorite peanut butter cup wrapped around crunchy popcorn! This Peanut Butter Popcorn is for you, Reese’s Lovers!

I have an unabashed soft spot for Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. It’s part nostalgia, part comfort, and part that perfect sweet‑and‑salty peanut butter‑chocolate combination. Over the years that love has inspired a few kitchen experiments, and this Reese’s Peanut Butter Popcorn is one of my favorites. It takes crunchy popcorn and coats it in a creamy peanut butter and white chocolate blend, then finishes it with chopped Reese’s and colorful Reese’s Pieces for a snack that’s irresistible at movie night, parties, or whenever you crave that classic peanut butter cup flavor with a little extra crunch.

When I first admitted to my husband that I loved Reese’s so much I’d happily sneak one from the nightstand, he leaned right into it—in the sweetest way. For years he’d surprise me with a Reese’s tucked away for mornings when I was still half asleep. That simple kindness is a memory that always makes this recipe feel a little more special. Whether you’re making this for someone you love or keeping it all to yourself, the recipe is quick, satisfying, and perfect for sharing.

This peanut butter popcorn is buttery, sweet, slightly salty, and loaded with peanut butter goodness. The melting step is fast, and the rest is just stirring, spreading, and letting the coating set. Below you’ll find the full recipe, ingredient list, simple instructions, and nutrition highlights so you can make a batch in under an hour.

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📖 Recipe

Reese’s Peanut Butter Popcorn

All the flavor of your favorite peanut butter cup wrapped around crunchy popcorn — a perfect snack for Reese’s lovers.

Author: Heather Cheney

Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Cooling Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 10 (approx.)

Ingredients

4 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
1/2 cup white chocolate candy coating (or white melting chocolate)
8–10 cups popped popcorn (about 1/2 cup unpopped kernels)
1/2 cup Reese’s Pieces

Instructions

Place the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and the white chocolate candy coating in a microwave‑safe bowl. Microwave in 20‑second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat.
Pour the melted chocolate‑peanut butter mixture over the popped popcorn and gently stir until the popcorn is evenly coated. Add the Reese’s Pieces and toss to distribute them throughout the popcorn.
Spread the coated popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat to cool. Allow the coating to set completely (about 30 minutes). Once firm, break into bite‑sized clusters and serve.

Tips

Use fresh, fully popped popcorn for the best crunch; remove unpopped kernels before coating.
If you prefer a stronger peanut butter flavor, add a tablespoon of creamy peanut butter to the melting mixture and stir until combined.
Store cooled popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain crispness.

Nutrition Facts (per 1 cup)

Nutrition and Food Safety Disclosure: Use common food safety practices when preparing and storing homemade snacks. Ensure chocolate and coatings are heated gently and refrigerated ingredients are handled safely.

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