While some of us may still be split on whether or not Reese’s Pieces should be pronounced Reese’s Pee-SES or Reese’s Pee-sees, there’s no denying their deliciousness. All combinations of chocolate and peanut butter are great, but Reese’s will always have a special place in our hearts. I mean, how could they not when they create masterpieces such as this Reese’s Pieces peanut butter cup? Sign me up!
Now Costco has taken our candy and supersized ’em. Hallelujah!
Costco Reese’s Pieces Are Calling Your Name
We’re no stranger to Costco taking some of our favorite brands and selling them in giant packages, like their 30-count box of Reese’s candy and the massive boxes of Annie’s cinnamon rolls. That’s why we go to Costco in the first place, isn’t it? Well, and the free samples (which are officially back).
Just in time for Halloween—among the extensive Costco Halloween candy collection—they’re releasing their latest and, arguably, greatest mega-product. You already know what I’m going to say…Reese’s Pieces! DUH. While a normal bag of Reese’s Pieces is just a few ounces, the Costco jar of candies is a whopping 48 ounces. Yes, you read that correctly. That’s three whole pounds! Is this a necessity? Yes! Will I be buying more than one? Absolutely!
The fantastic thing about Reese’s Pieces is their versatility. You can grab a handful as a snack after lunch, while you’re watching the latest thing on Netflix or when you’re just really in the mood for some chocolate and peanut butter crunch on top of your ice cream. Need I say more?
Time to Trick-or-Treat Yourself
Each 48-ounce jar is only $9.99. It’s like I’ve gone to candy heaven! While I can’t promise they’ll be around my house for more than a few days (possibly a few hours), I know this jar is totally worth the money. We don’t know how long this incredible find will be at Costco, so it’s definitely time to act fast.
The Best Cookies to Bake with Reese's Pieces
Monster CookiesThis recipe combines several favorite flavors—peanut butter, butterscotch and chocolate—in one big cookie. Before baking, I like to press a few extra
M&M's on top for added color. —Patricia Schroedl, Jefferson, Wisconsin
Santa’s Stuffed Belly CookiesI have been seeing "surprise inside cookies" for a few years and really wanted to come up with my own version. After a little brainstorming, I came up with the idea of making Santa's belly cookies and filling them with miniature cookies. These are so much fun to give as gifts—just wrap in colored cellophane and tie with a festive ribbon. You can exchange the mini cookies for candy or anything you'd like; if desired, you can color the cookie dough red, too. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado
Beary Cute CookiesThese cheery and cute cookies will delight kids of all ages! I like to make fun foods but don't care to spend a whole lot of time fussing. So the idea of using candy for the bears' features was right up my alley. —Susan Schuller, Brainerd, Minnesota
Polka-Dot MacaroonsMacaroons studded with M&M's are easy to mix up in a hurry. That's good, because believe me, they never last long. —Janice Lass, Dorr, Michigan
Giant Monster CookiesWho can resist gigantic monster cookies chock-full of goodies like chocolate chips, M&M's and peanut butter? If your appetite isn't quite monster-size, make them by heaping tablespoonfuls. This is the world's best monster cookies recipe. —Judy Fredenberg, Missoula, Montana
Molasses CookiesMaking these soft, chewy cookies with a rich flavor has been a family tradition since my children were small. At Christmastime, I shape the dough into gingerbread men with tasty raisin eyes and buttons. —Sue Bartlett, Berlin, Wisconsin
Peanut Butter JumbosOats, peanut butter and chocolate make these soft, chewy cookies hearty and nutritious. My whole family agrees this recipe is a real winner. —Deborah Huffer, Staunton, Virginia
Gingerbread Sandwich TreesFun and festive, these cookie sandwich trees will be a huge hit with kids of all ages. They're a super-cute holiday treat! —Steve Foy, Kirkwood, Missouri
Snow Day CookiesClear your pantry to make these chocolate chip cookies loaded with goodies. We add oats, M&M’s, pretzels and even potato chips. —Brittney Musgrove, Dallas, Georgia
No-Bake Christmas Wreath CookiesCornflakes take the place of traditional rice cereal in these sweet, no-bake Christmas wreath cookies. Dressed up with green food coloring and red candies, they’re a pretty addition to cookie platters and dessert buffets. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Frosty Polar BearsI love spending time in the kitchen with my nieces. This is the perfect recipe to make with the little ones. Dang cute, easy and portable! —Emily Tyra, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Loaded-Up Pretzel CookiesCoconut, M&M’s and salty, crunchy pretzels make these loaded cookies unlike any you’ve ever tasted—or resisted. —Jackie Ruckwardt, Cottage Grove, Oregon
Snowman CookiesWrap these chocolate-topped snowmen in colored tissue and place them inside holiday containers. Like real snowmen, they disappear fast! —Betty Tabb, Mifflintown, Pennsylvania
Cookies in a JiffyYou'll be amazed and delighted with how quickly you can whip up a batch of these homemade cookies. —Clara Hielkema, Wyoming, Michigan
Updated: Oct. 25, 2022
