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Delicious Buckeyes Recipe
Modified from the recipe of Mallory (http://chocolatewithgrace.com/buckeye-recipe-peanut-butter-balls/)
yield: ABOUT 40
prep time: 1 HOUR
additional time: 2 HOURS
total time: 3 HOURS
Buckeyes are traditionally from the state of Ohio and are a delicious treat consisting of peanut butter balls covered in chocolate. These delicious treats are a favorite of my family because my siblings and I were all born in Ohio, the “Buckeye land”, and are fans of the Ohio State Buckeye football team.
Ingredients
Gather your ingredients. This recipe uses powdered sugar, semi-sweet chocolate, creamy peanut butter, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract.
- 12 oz (1 1/2 cups) creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 pound (4 cups) powdered sugar
- 16 ounces semi sweet chocolate (chocolate chips work really well)
Instructions
Beat peanut butter and butter in a mixer. Once combined, add vanilla extract.
In the bowl of a mixer, beat peanut butter and butter. Stir in vanilla. Add powdered sugar and beat on low speed until smooth.
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place in freezer for 1 hour.
Roll into 1 inch balls and place in the freezer for at least 1 hour.
Melt chocolate chips by microwaving in a deep bowl for 10-15 seconds at a time, stirring between intervals.
Place the chocolate in a deep bowl and microwave for 10-15 seconds at a time, stirring between intervals, until melted. (you can also use a double boiler or chocolate melting pot to melt the chocolate).
Dip chilled peanut butter balls three fourths of the way into the melted chocolate.
Dip the chilled peanut butter balls three fourths of the way into the melted chocolate and place on a wax paper lined cookie sheet until chocolate is set. (toothpicks are helpful for dipping).
Store in the fridge or the freezer.
Nutrition Information:
YIELD: 40
SERVING SIZE: 1 buckeye
Amount Per Serving: CALORIES: 175