Description
Irresistible chocolate and peanut butter confections that are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon shortening
Instructions
- Combine peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the balls in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth.
- Dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, leaving a small portion exposed at the top.
- Return the chocolate-covered balls to the baking sheet and chill until the chocolate is set (about 20-30 minutes).
- Serve or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Notes
For a smoother texture, use creamy peanut butter. Consider variations like using crunchy peanut butter or different types of chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling and Dipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Buckeye
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Buckeyes, peanut butter, chocolate, dessert, treats