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Buckeye Balls

Buckeye Candy Recipe is a simple, no bake dessert. The fudge-like peanut butter ball is dipped into melted chocolate to make this classic treat.
Prep Time20 minutes
Chill Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Keyword: buckeye candy
Servings: 20
Author: Karli Bitner

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (246g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup (56g) salted butter
  • 2 cups (214g) powdered sugar divided
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 12 oz (300g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tsp vegetable shortening

Instructions

  • In a medium sized bowl using either a wooden or silicone spoon, combine the peanut butter and butter until smooth. 
  • Add in 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, vanilla and salt. Mix as well as you can and then turn onto the table and knead. 
  • Slowly knead in the remaining 1/2 cup of powdered sugar. 
  • Use a small cookie scoop to divide up the peanut butter mix evenly. Roll into balls.
  • Place on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet and freeze for 15 minutes. 
  • Melt the chocolate and vegetable shortening for 30 second intervals in the microwave until smooth. 
  • Use a toothpick to hold the top of the peanut butter ball while dipping in chocolate. Dip into the chocolate, leaving the top of the peanut butter ball exposed. 
  • Return to the parchment paper and repeat with remaining peanut butter balls. Use the tip of your finger to smooth over the hole the toothpick created.
  •  Freeze for an additional 15 minutes, until set. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 83mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 79IU | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg