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Buckeyes

These homemade Buckeyes feature creamy peanut butter balls dipped in rich, smooth semi-sweet chocolate - a truly addictive treat! With just 7 ingredients and no baking required, make them year-round and definitely add them to your cookie tray during the holidays!

Prep Time
15 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 18 buckeyes
Calories: 279 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup smooth classic peanut butter not all natural - we use Skippy
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips - I recommend Guittard brand
  • 8 ounces chocolate bark roughly chopped
  • Flaky sea salt for garnish – I recommend Malden brand

Instructions

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  1. Add the peanut butter and softened butter to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
  2. With the mixer on low speed, add the vanilla extract. Then slowly add the powdered sugar. If you add it all at once, you’ll end up with a mess!
  3. Once all of the powdered sugar has been added, scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix again, just until everything is evenly incorporated.
  4. Scoop out 1-tablespoon sized portions of peanut butter mixture and roll them into smooth balls. Place them on a parchment lined baking sheet and freeze for 20 minutes.
  5. When the buckeyes are chilled, heat a small saucepan of water to a simmer over medium heat. Place a heatproof bowl on top of the pan and add the chocolate chips and chocolate bark to the bowl. (or use a double boiler, if you have one)
  6. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate has melted completely, about 5 minutes. Remove the chocolate from the heat.
  7. Stick a toothpick into the center of one peanut butter ball and dip it into the melted chocolate, making sure to leave a circle of peanut butter visible at the top. Repeat with the remaining buckeyes. Smooth out the toothpick hole with the back of a spoon, if desired.
  8. If you want to add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, do that now. Then place the finished buckeyes back into the fridge to chill for 10 minutes, or just until the chocolate is set.

Notes

  • Store in a covered container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Or freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months, with layers separated by parchment paper.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 279kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 8g Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 121mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 25g (50%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 18buckeyes

Amount Per Serving

Calories 279

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 279kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g 47%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 121mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 25g 50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.