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Buckeye Balls

This recipe for buckeye balls is the classic peanut butter balls dipped in dark or white chocolate.

Prep Time
1 hr
Cook Time
mins
Total Time
1 hr 2 mins
Servings: 20 buckeye balls
Calories: 212 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup butter at room temperature
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 8 ounces chocolate chips or candy melts/almond bark can be dark chocolate, white chocolate or both
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
  • optional: 1/2 cup holiday sprinkles

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. Shape the dough into tablespoon sized balls and place on a sheet pan that's been lined with parchment paper.
  3. Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for at least 30 minutes.
  4. 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.
  5. Microwave the chocolate in 30 second intervals or until melted. Stir until smooth and thoroughly combined.
  6. 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.
  7. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set, then serve.

Notes

  • I typically use a measuring spoon to portion out my peanut butter "dough" so that all of the balls are the same size.
  • It's worth it to take the extra time to sift the powdered sugar; otherwise you might end up with a lumpy dough.
  • Buckeye balls will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

Nutrition Information

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 20buckeye balls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 212

% 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.