Description
This classic Buckeye Recipe combines the creamy richness of peanut butter with smooth, decadent chocolate in bite-sized treats. Easy and quick to prepare with minimal ingredients, these nostalgic confections offer a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, ideal for any occasion or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Butter Mixture
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon shortening (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until the consistency is smooth and firm enough to roll into balls but not crumbly. Chill the mixture for about 30 minutes to make handling easier.
- Form the Peanut Butter Balls: Once chilled, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into perfect little balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place each ball onto wax paper-lined baking sheets, then refrigerate again so they firm up before dipping.
- Melt the Chocolate: Gently melt semi-sweet chocolate chips with a tablespoon of shortening in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring in between until completely smooth and glossy.
- Dip and Create the Buckeyes: Use a toothpick or fork to dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, leaving a small circle of peanut butter exposed at the top to mimic the look of a buckeye nut. Let the excess chocolate drip back into the bowl before setting the candies onto fresh wax paper.
- Chill and Set: Place the dipped Buckeyes in the refrigerator for at least one hour or until the chocolate coating is set firmly. Enjoy or store them for later indulgence!
Notes
- Chill Often: Keep the peanut butter mixture and dipped Buckeyes cold for cleaner handling and neater chocolate coats.
- Use Parchment Paper: Prevent sticking by setting finished Buckeyes on parchment or wax paper during refrigeration.
- Tempering Chocolate: Temper your chocolate for a shiny, crisp finish and to avoid dull or brittle coatings.
- Work in Batches: Melt chocolate in small batches as it hardens quickly once removed from heat.
- Store Properly: Keep Buckeyes in an airtight container in the fridge to maintain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 7mg
Keywords: Buckeye, peanut butter, chocolate, no-bake, easy dessert, sweet treat, gluten free
