Is the peanut butter in Reese's eggs different?

The measurements

An investigative report from the Albany, New York-based publication All Over Albany found that a Reese's Egg might weigh around 14 grams more than its cup counterpart -- no small difference. The egg they used in their test also contained 9 grams more peanut butter than the cup.

Why do Reese's peanut butter eggs taste better?

The traditional cups also have large ridges around the edges, while the pumpkins, eggs, and Christmas stockings have a smooth surface—meaning the traditional cups have a larger volume of chocolate. I prefer peanut butter to chocolate, so it makes sense that I think the special shapes taste the best.

Do Reese's eggs have more peanut butter?

The egg contained a hefty 19 grams of peanut butter filling, and the cup trailed behind with just 10 grams of filling. That worked out to peanut butter accounting for 54 percent of the egg's weight, compared to 48 percent of the cup's weight.

Is Reese's peanut butter different?

One reviewer practically swears to high heaven that Reese's peanut butter comes straight from a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup. But some were unimpressed. We did some sleuthing, and it turns out Reese's peanut butter has roughly the same amount of sugar as and strikingly similar ingredients to Jif and Skippy.

Did Reese change their peanut butter?

The new peanut butter cups will "turn the flavor meter up to the max" by giving fans what they love: "Reese's peanut buttery goodness wrapped in… yep, you guessed it… more peanut butter candy flavor," the company said.

Why Holiday Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are Better Than The Original

Why do Reese's peanut butter cups taste different?

It all comes down to the chocolate ratio

According to Better Homes & Gardens, it all comes down to the ratio of the chocolate to the peanut butter. While both shapes use the same amount of chocolate, the pumpkins are a larger candy, meaning that there's more peanut butter filling in comparison to the chocolate.

Do Reeses have real peanut butter?

REESE'S peanut butter cups begin with roasting fresh peanuts for REESE'S one-of-a-kind peanut butter. The peanut butter and milk chocolate are then dropped and pressed into a mold that gives REESE'S cups their iconic shape.

Which Reese's has the most peanut butter?

14 holiday offers sweet lovers the opposite option: Reese's small peanut butter hearts have the highest chocolate-to-peanut-butter ratio.

Why are Reese's so addictive?

Think about the best combinations: they're well-balanced. Just like Reese's cups are so addicting because they've got a bit of sweet and a bit of salty (similar to caramel corn or pretzel sticks dipped in frosting), dynamic duos seem to have a bit of opposite qualities.

Is there more chocolate or peanut butter in a Reese?

The standard Reese's cup, meanwhile, was exactly the reliable 50-50 ratio of peanut butter to chocolate we know and love, making for the ultimate balance between salty and sweet. It felt right.

Do Reese's pieces contain peanut butter?

Reese's Pieces consists of bite-sized pieces of candy filled with a peanut butter center in a crunchy shell.

Do all Reese's Pieces taste the same?

If the cups were stuffed with the same thing, at most, you'd have a texture difference once you bit in. But these offer up two (slightly) different flavors, thanks to the differing insides. (And for the record, they're really, really good).

Which Reese shape is best?

Round #1: Best Combo of Chocolate and Peanut Butter

It's really quite simple, there's no design to the egg, no nooks and crannies to work around like the Bat or Tree, which leaves room for a big ole blob of peanut butter. Coming in at a close second: the Reese's Pumpkin.

Did Reese cups get smaller?

On Oct. 25, during a quarterly earnings call, Hershey announced to investors that the company will debut a new product in March 2019: Reese's Thins. The new cups will be 40 percent thinner than regular cups and come in both milk and dark chocolate.

Why do Reese's have ridges?

According to Mashable, the ridges on the cups actually change the chocolate to peanut butter ratio, which makes sense, and also contributes to the difference in how these two offerings taste.

What is the number one peanut butter?

Jif leads the way in terms of peanut butter sales. And that's no mistake. When it comes to the best tasting peanut butters, Jif is easily the cream of the crop. While Skippy is creamier and Adams is more natural, Jif is the tastiest and has the most flavor.

Are Reese Pieces OK for dogs?

Yes, dogs can eat a few Reese's Pieces since this occasional treat does not contain ingredients that are toxic to dogs such as raisins or chocolate. But we do not recommend that you give Reese's Pieces to your pup because they are not healthy.

Can Reese's cause diarrhea?

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach/abdominal cramps, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, trouble sleeping, or loss of appetite may occur.

What is the oldest candy bar?

In the 20th century, candy bars became one of the most popular sweets of all time. The oldest candy bar was created in 1847 by Joseph Fry using bittersweet chocolate. Henry Nestle and Daniel Peter first introduced milk chocolate to the world in 1875.

Why is it called Reese in Canada?

In Canada, they are packaged as Reese Peanut Butter Cups, but still widely referred to by their American name. The possessive name is recognized only in English grammar, so it was removed to make the name bilingual in Canada.

Are Reeses chocolate real?

Are you wondering is there chocolate in reese's pieces? PSA: There is no chocolate in Reese's Pieces.

Is Reese's peanut butter vegan?

Reese's brand peanut butter cups are not vegan as they are made with milk chocolate and contain dairy.

Why does Reese's use the color orange?

In the world of candy, Reese's distinct shade of orange tells the consumer that a tasty peanut butter and chocolate treat resides within the packaging.

Do Reese's pieces have red dye?

An artificial red color approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) for use in foods, drugs and cosmetics.