Bring a little sweetness and creativity to your holiday table with these Reese’s cup turkeys! This no-bake Thanksgiving treat combines the classic chocolate-and-peanut-butter goodness of Reese’s with a fun, festive twist. Each Reese’s peanut butter cup turkey is simple to make—just layer your candies, add candy eyes, and finish with bright Reese’s Pieces feathers. They’re cute, delicious, and perfect for kids’ crafts, party favors, or a show-stopping Thanksgiving dessert table.
Grab your candies and a spoonful of peanut butter to create your own flock of Reese’s cup turkeys! They’re quick, fun, and guaranteed to bring smiles to your Thanksgiving treat spread.
Ingredients for Reese’s Cup Turkeys
- Regular Reese’s peanut butter cups
- Mini Reese’s cups
- Candy eyes
- Reese’s pieces
- Peanut butter (used as glue)
Step-by-Step Instructions with Pictures
Use the peanut butter as glue to stick a mini Reese’s cup onto the large Reese’s peanut butter cups.
Then, use peanut butter to attach Reese’s Pieces, forming the turkey’s feathers.
Next, use peanut butter to stick two candy eyeballs onto the Reese’s cup.
Finally, cut a Reese’s piece in half to make the turkey’s nose or beak.
Your treats are ready to serve!
Tips for Perfect Reese’s Cup Turkeys
- Use Fresh Peanut Butter: Go for creamy peanut butter—it’s perfectly sticky and helps everything stay in place.
- Chill to Set: Place your finished turkeys in the fridge for a short while to let the peanut butter firm up before serving.
- Mix Up the Colors: Play with different shades of Reese’s Pieces to give each turkey its own colorful feather pattern.
- Make It a Family Craft: Set up a candy-making station and let everyone decorate their own turkey—it’s a fun and festive Thanksgiving activity for all ages!
Serving Ideas
- Sweet Gift Idea: Package them in a small box with a note that says “I’m thankful for you!”
- Thanksgiving Dessert Table: Arrange the turkeys on a tray in a fun way with mini pumpkins or candy corn for a festive centerpiece.
- Kids’ Party Treats: Wrap each turkey in clear cellophane and tie it with a ribbon for easy party favors.
Recipe Variations to Try
- Nut-Free Option: Use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter for an allergy-friendly version.
- Pretzel Legs: Stick pretzel pieces at the bottom for cute, crunchy “legs.”
- Double Chocolate: Layer a small chocolate cookie between the cups for extra sweetness.
- Grown-Up Twist: Mix a bit of flavored liqueur into the peanut butter for an adult version.
Storage Tips
- Store your Reese’s Turkeys in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- If your kitchen is warm, keep these adorable Reese’s turkeys in the fridge to prevent melting.
One Last Thing
Reese’s Cup Turkeys are proof that Thanksgiving treats don’t have to be complicated to be fun. Whether they’re for your dessert table or just a fun afternoon craft, these sweet little turkeys will make your holiday spread unforgettable.
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Ingredients
- 5 Regular Reese’s peanut butter cups
- 5 Mini Reese’s cups
- 10 Candy eyes
- 23 Reese’s pieces
- 1 tbsp Peanut butter (used as glue)
Instructions
- Use the peanut butter as glue to stick a mini Reese’s cup onto the large Reese’s peanut butter cups.5 Mini Reese’s cups, 1 tbsp Peanut butter (used as glue), 5 Regular Reese’s peanut butter cups
- Then, use peanut butter again to attach Reese’s Pieces, forming the turkey’s feathers.23 Reese’s pieces
- Next, use peanut butter to stick two candy eyeballs onto the Reese’s cup.10 Candy eyes
- Finally, cut a Reese’s Piece in half to make the turkey’s nose or beak.
- Your treats are ready to serve!
Notes
- Use Fresh Peanut Butter: Go for creamy peanut butter—it’s perfectly sticky and helps everything stay in place.
- Chill to Set: Place your finished turkeys in the fridge for a short while to let the peanut butter firm up before serving.
- Mix Up the Colors: Play with different shades of Reese’s Pieces to give each turkey its own colorful feather pattern.
- Make It a Family Craft: Set up a candy-making station and let everyone decorate their own turkey—it’s a fun and festive Thanksgiving activity for all ages!
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