Delicious Homemade Buckeyes Recipe

Buckeyes are a classic American treat made with a creamy peanut butter filling dipped in rich chocolate. This homemade buckeyes recipe is perfect for any occasion and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the sweet and salty flavors in every bite!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, butter, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and salt until smooth.
2. Roll the peanut butter mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with wax paper.
3. Chill the peanut butter balls in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable shortening in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
5. Using a toothpick, dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, leaving a small portion uncovered to resemble a buckeye.
6. Place the dipped buckeyes back on the wax paper-lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator until set.
7. Store buckeyes in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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