Jif Buckeyes

Peanut butter balls are dipped in chocolate for this irresistible Jif buckeye recipe that makes a great gift or addition to a dessert platter.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 109 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 (12 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 3 cups powdered sugar, or as needed
• 2 tablespoons Crisco® All-Vegetable Shortening

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine peanut butter, butter, vanilla, and salt in a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on low until blended. Add 2 cups powdered sugar, beating until blended. Beat in additional powdered sugar until the mixture, when shaped into a ball, will stay on a toothpick. Shape into 1-inch balls. Refrigerate.

Step 2

Meanwhile, place chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium for 30 seconds. Stir. Repeat until the mixture is smooth. Reheat as needed while coating peanut butter balls.

Step 3

Insert a toothpick in peanut butter ball. Dip 3/4 of ball into chocolate, leaving top uncovered to resemble a buckeye. Remove excess. Place on wax paper-lined tray. Remove toothpick. Smooth over holes. Refrigerate until firm.