Last Updated on August 15, 2022 by Kimberly Stroh

Every year we seem to have an abundance of Halloween candy. I’m not complaining since I have the biggest sweet tooth and enjoy my fair share after the kid’s bedtimes. I just think we can be more productive with it! This Reese’s Peanut Butter S’More Parfait in perfection in a jar. It’s the one leftover Halloween candy recipe you should make time for.

It’s has the gooey goodness of a campfire marshmallow combined with everyone’s favorite candy – Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Make sure to get your spoon to the bottom to get a complete mouthful of the chocolatey flavor. Serve them together on a tray for a party or as an easy family dessert.

I love making this the day after Halloween and it’s become a tradition for our family! It’s such a fun way to use up the candy and it’s a creative leftover Halloween candy recipe that you’re going to love too.

Looking for even more great ways to use that leftover Halloween candy? Here are some great recipes that’ll get that candy put to good use:

• Frozen Snickers Ice Cream Pie
• Kit Kat Cookie Bars
• No-Bake M&M Peanut Butter Pie

Reese’s Leftover Halloween Candy Recipe

You can make this cute parfait dessert is miniature glass bowls or mason jars. I love to put them in glass, so you can visually see the layers! There’s nothing better than seeing your spoon reach down and grab every layer of goodness while you’re enjoying the dessert.

When To Make This Reese’s S’more Parfait

Obviously, make it after Halloween as a great way to get rid of your kid’s candy stash. I also love making it during the summer though! S’mores are synonymous with summertime. That burnt marshmallow flavor is a favorite summer dessert. The idea for the recipe came to me after Halloween, but it’s obviously great anytime!

Recipe Substitutions

If you want to make your pudding with a non-dairy milk, you certainly can. Marshmallow fluff is the best way to get that layered look, but miniature marshmallows would also work in the middle portion. Then, of course, you can change up the candy that you want to use! Peanut butter cups go great with the peanut butter mousse, but change out the candy if you want.

What To Use Instead Of A Bakery Torch

I’ll be honest here – this recipe is super easy with a bakery torch (that you can buy off of Amazon). Don’t let it intimidate you. It’s actually an easy way to control a flambé method. However, if you don’t own a bakery torch, you can use a match and gently run it over the miniature marshmallows on top. If any catch fire, just blow it out. You’ll get that same s’more effect!

How To Keep Leftover S’more Parfait Fresh

If you have any leftovers, you can add the lid back on top of the jar and keep them in the refrigerator to enjoy later. For best freshness, enjoy these parfaits within 2-3 days of making them. They do not freeze well, so just enjoy them from the fridge and toss when finished.

What You’ll Need From The Store:

• Crushed Graham Cracker Crumbs
• Marshmallow Fluff
• Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
• Miniature Marshmallows
• Granulated Sugar
• Cocoa Powder
• Whole Milk
• Unsalted Butter
• Vanilla Extract
• Peanut Butter
• Light Brown Sugar
• Kosher Salt
• Heavy Whipping Cream

Reese’s S’more Parfait With Leftover Halloween Candy

For the chocolate pudding, In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together sugar, cocoa, cornstarch, and salt.
Stir to add the milk. Microwave at HIGH (7 to 10 minutes). Bring mixture to a full boil (stir every 2 minutes). Slowly add in butter and vanilla. Bring to room temperature. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours to thicken.

For the Peanut Butter Mousse, In a medium bowl add the peanut butter, brown sugar, and coarse salt. Beat until thoroughly blended. Slowly mix in 1/4 cup of whip cream. 

Add the other 1/4 cup whip cream beat until blended. Pour the remaining 1/2 cup whip cream, sugar, and vanilla in the chilled bowl. Beat until peaks form. Gently fold into peanut butter mixture 1/3 at a time. Chill.

How to Assemble Your Reese’s S’more Parfait:

Crushed Graham Crackers (bottom layer)

Chocolate Pudding

Marshmallow Fluff & Peanut Butter Mousse

Chopped Reeses Cups

Top with mini marshmallows

Use a bakery torch roast the marshmallows.