Buckeye cookies are always a holiday favorite, but they're fun to make any time of the year. Who doesn't enjoy creamy peanut butter dipped in chocolate?
Preparation Time
45 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Calories
172 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Beat peanut butter, butter, and vanilla in a mixing bowl until creamy. Gradually mix in confectioners' sugar until incorporated; mixture will be stiff.
Step 2
Shape into balls and place onto a wax paper-covered baking sheet. Refrigerate until firm, 30 to 60 minutes.
Step 3
Place chocolate and shortening in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Press a toothpick into a peanut butter ball; dip into melted chocolate, coating all but a small area at the top. Return to the baking sheet and remove the toothpick, then press on the surface to hide the toothpick mark. Repeat to dip remaining balls. Refrigerate again until chocolate is firm, at least 30 minutes.
