Buckeye Balls
Delightfully rich peanut butter and chocolate treats, perfect for any festive gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Combine the creamy mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Roll into perfect balls: Take small amounts of the peanut butter mixture and roll them into balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Chill for about 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips with vegetable oil and melt gently until smooth.
- Dip in chocolate: Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring half remains uncovered. Place back on the baking sheet.
- Set the chocolate: Chill the chocolate-dipped balls until the chocolate sets—about 30 minutes.
- Enjoy your Buckeye Balls: Serve on a platter and enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks, or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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