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: 102 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; set aside.

Step 2

Combine confectioners' sugar, peanut butter, butter, and vanilla in 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 the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate until ready to coat with chocolate.

Step 3

Combine chocolate chips and shortening in a metal bowl over a pot of simmering water. Stir occasionally until melted and smooth. Remove from the heat.

Step 4

Remove chilled peanut butter balls from the refrigerator.

Step 5

Insert a wooden toothpick into a ball, and dip into the melted chocolate until coated. Return to the baking sheet, chocolate-side down, and remove the toothpick.

Step 6

Repeat Step 5 to coat remaining balls. Refrigerate coated balls until set, about 30 minutes.