Reese's original 1928 recipe used 40% less sugar—this protein version accidentally recreates H.B. Reese's healthier formula.
Giant Protein Reese’s
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with our Giant Protein Reese’s! Packed with creamy peanut butter, rich dark chocolate, and a boost of protein powder, this dessert satisfies your sweet tooth while fueling your muscles. Get ready to enjoy a decadent delight that tastes just like your favorite candy bar, but with a wholesome twist!
Prep
15
min
Cook
20
min
Serves
1
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 1🥛Dairy & Eggs(3)
- 14 g (1 tbsp) milk chocolate chips (Lily’s or similar) (0.49 oz)Lily’s or similar
- 32 g (¼ cup) peanut butter powder (PB2) (2.24 tbsp)
- 60 g (⅓ cup) Greek yogurt (2.12 oz)
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- 30 g (1 scoop) vanilla protein powder (1.06 oz)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix yogurt, protein powder and peanut butter powder in a dish until smooth.
- 2
Melt chocolate chips in 30-second bursts until fully melted.
- 3
Spread chocolate over the top and freeze for 20 minutes.
- 4
Crack in and enjoy.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Temper your melted chocolate by cooling it to 84-86°F before spreading to prevent bloom and achieve a glossy, snap-worthy finish.technique84-86°F
- ✓Add 1-2 tablespoons of liquid (milk or oil) per cup of protein powder to prevent the mixture from becoming chalky, as protein powder absorbs moisture aggressively.ingredient1-2 tbsp per cup
- ✓Freeze for exactly 20-25 minutes - longer creates ice crystals that damage texture, shorter leaves the chocolate too soft to crack cleanly.timing20-25 minutes
- ✓Use a offset spatula warmed under hot water and dried to spread chocolate evenly - cold tools cause chocolate to seize and create streaks.equipment
- ✓Mix protein powder gradually in 3 additions while whisking constantly to prevent clumping, as protein denatures and coagulates when added too quickly.technique
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Prep
15
min
Cook
20
min
Serves
1
people
Level
beginner
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Reese's original 1928 recipe used 40% less sugar—this protein version accidentally recreates H.B. Reese's healthier formula.
Giant Protein Reese’s
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with our Giant Protein Reese’s! Packed with creamy peanut butter, rich dark chocolate, and a boost of protein powder, this dessert satisfies your sweet tooth while fueling your muscles. Get ready to enjoy a decadent delight that tastes just like your favorite candy bar, but with a wholesome twist!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 1🥛Dairy & Eggs(3)
- 14 g (1 tbsp) milk chocolate chips (Lily’s or similar) (0.49 oz)Lily’s or similar
- 32 g (¼ cup) peanut butter powder (PB2) (2.24 tbsp)
- 60 g (⅓ cup) Greek yogurt (2.12 oz)
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- 30 g (1 scoop) vanilla protein powder (1.06 oz)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix yogurt, protein powder and peanut butter powder in a dish until smooth.
- 2
Melt chocolate chips in 30-second bursts until fully melted.
- 3
Spread chocolate over the top and freeze for 20 minutes.
- 4
Crack in and enjoy.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Temper your melted chocolate by cooling it to 84-86°F before spreading to prevent bloom and achieve a glossy, snap-worthy finish.technique84-86°F
- ✓Add 1-2 tablespoons of liquid (milk or oil) per cup of protein powder to prevent the mixture from becoming chalky, as protein powder absorbs moisture aggressively.ingredient1-2 tbsp per cup
- ✓Freeze for exactly 20-25 minutes - longer creates ice crystals that damage texture, shorter leaves the chocolate too soft to crack cleanly.timing20-25 minutes
- ✓Use a offset spatula warmed under hot water and dried to spread chocolate evenly - cold tools cause chocolate to seize and create streaks.equipment
- ✓Mix protein powder gradually in 3 additions while whisking constantly to prevent clumping, as protein denatures and coagulates when added too quickly.technique