Reese's Peanut Butter

Reese's Peanut Butter is a confectionery product made by The Hershey Company. It is primarily composed of roasted peanuts, sugar, and hydrogenated vegetable oil, often with added salt and corn syrup. The peanuts are ground into a paste, and then other ingredients are mixed in to create a smooth, spreadable texture.

Reese's Peanut Butter is primarily used as a filling in candy bars and other confections, most famously in Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. It is also used in baked goods, ice cream, and as a topping. Manufacturers add it for its distinct peanut flavor and creamy texture, acting as a key flavor component.

Reese's Peanut Butter is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended in food. It is a source of protein and healthy fats from peanuts, but also contains significant amounts of added sugar and saturated fat from the vegetable oil. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many of the individual ingredients used in Reese's Peanut Butter, such as sugar and hydrogenated oils, with established safety profiles. Typical consumption as part of a balanced diet is not associated with adverse health effects.