Buckeye Balls
A nostalgic treat of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 24 Buckeye Balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon shortening
Instructions
- Combine peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla in a mixing bowl until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Roll the mixture into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Freeze the balls for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a double boiler until smooth.
- Dip each peanut butter ball in the melted chocolate, covering it halfway, and return to the baking sheet.
- Chill in the refrigerator until the chocolate sets.
Notes
Store Buckeye Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or in the freezer for three months. Layer with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 168
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 52mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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