Buckeye Balls
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Buckeye Balls
Description
Buckeye Balls are made by blending creamy peanut butter with room temperature butter and sifted powdered sugar until smooth dough forms. The dough is portioned into tablespoon-sized balls, chilled to firm up, and then partially dipped into melted chocolate combined with vegetable shortening for a smooth coating. Optionally, holiday sprinkles can be applied immediately after dipping for decoration. The toothpick technique allows for easy dipping and smoothing of the chocolate surface before the treats are refrigerated again to set. This method ensures a clean, glossy finish resembling the buckeye nut.
The candy combines the rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter with a sweet, firm chocolate shell, offering textural contrast between creamy interior and crisp exterior. These are intended as hand-held treats to share during festive occasions though they can also be enjoyed anytime a peanut butter and chocolate sweet is desired.
Using a measuring spoon helps form uniform-sized balls for consistent cooking and presentation. Sifting powdered sugar is recommended to avoid lumps in the dough. Buckeye Balls keep well refrigerated for about a week, maintaining their texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups peanut butter creamy
- 1/2 cup butter at room temperature
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 8 ounces chocolate chips can be dark chocolate, white chocolate or both, or candy melts/almond bark
- 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
- holiday sprinkles optional: 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Place the peanut butter, butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl. Mix until the ingredients are incorporated, then knead with your hands until a smooth dough forms.
- Shape the dough into tablespoon sized balls and place on a sheet pan that's been lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the chocolate chips or candy melts and shortening in a medium bowl. If using 2 types of chocolate, place 4 ounces of each chocolate with 1/2 tablespoon shortening into 2 bowls.
- Microwave the chocolate in 30 second intervals or until melted. Stir until smooth and thoroughly combined.
- Remove the buckeye balls from the fridge. Use a toothpick to pick up each ball and and dip it into the melted chocolate. Quickly roll the ball in sprinkles if using (optional). Repeat with each ball. Use your finger to smooth over the top of each ball to remove the mark from the toothpick.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set, then serve.
Notes
- Use a measuring spoon to portion peanut butter dough evenly for uniform-sized Buckeye Balls.
- Sift powdered sugar before mixing to prevent lumps for a smooth dough.
- Refrigerate Buckeye Balls for up to 7 days to maintain freshness and texture.
- Chill the peanut butter dough thoroughly before dipping in chocolate to help coating adhere evenly.
- Use vegetable shortening in the chocolate to achieve a smooth, glossy coating.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 20buckeye balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 212 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 212kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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