Buckeye Balls

Buckeye Balls

Buckeye balls are delicious chocolate-covered balls of sweetened peanut butter. Don't panic — this recipe makes 5 dozen so there are plenty to share!

Preparation Time
45 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Calories
204 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; set aside.
Step 2
Place confectioners' sugar, peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla into a large bowl; mix together with your hands to form a smooth stiff dough. Shape into balls using 2 teaspoons of dough for each ball. Place on prepared baking sheet; refrigerate until ready to coat.
Step 3
Melt shortening and chocolate together in a metal bowl over a pan of lightly simmering water, stirring occasionally, until smooth; remove from heat.
Step 4
Remove balls from the refrigerator; insert a wooden toothpick into a ball, and dip into melted chocolate. Return to baking sheet, chocolate-side down, and remove toothpick. Repeat with remaining balls. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
Buckeye Balls
Buckeye Balls
Buckeye Balls
Buckeye Balls

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tablespoons shortening
  • 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
  • 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips

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