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Peanut Butter Balls aka Buckeye Balls

Peanut Butter Balls aka Buckeye Balls
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Peanut Butter Balls aka Buckeye Balls are a no-bake sweet treat featuring a creamy peanut butter center coated partially in rich chocolate. This easy-to-make recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors with a smooth, irresistible texture. Ideal for snacking, gifting, or parties, these bite-sized delights require minimal effort and are customizable to suit various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

Peanut Butter Filling

  • Creamy peanut butter – 1 cup
  • Powdered sugar – 2 cups
  • Butter, softened – 1/2 cup (1 stick)
  • Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon

Chocolate Coating

  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips – 2 cups
  • Vegetable shortening or coconut oil – 1 tablespoon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture: Combine creamy peanut butter, softened butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl. Stir together until a smooth and slightly firm dough forms, suitable for rolling into balls.
  2. Shape the Peanut Butter Balls: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into bite-sized balls. Place them evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes until set.
  3. Melt the Chocolate Coating: While the balls chill, melt the chocolate chips with vegetable shortening or coconut oil over low heat on the stove or in the microwave, stirring frequently until silky and smooth.
  4. Dip and Decorate: Using a toothpick or fork, dip each peanut butter ball halfway into the melted chocolate, leaving a small spot of peanut butter visible to achieve the classic Buckeye Ball look. Place them back on the parchment paper to cool and firm.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the dipped Peanut Butter Balls for at least one hour to allow the chocolate to fully harden before serving or packaging.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth blending.
  • Chill peanut butter balls before dipping to prevent breaking or melting.
  • Keep the peanut butter spot small for authentic Buckeye appearance.
  • Work quickly when dipping in melted chocolate since it sets fast.
  • Store finished balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and prevent melting.

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