Deliciously Rich and Creamy Buckeye Balls Recipe

Buckeye Balls are a classic American treat, made with a creamy peanut butter filling and coated in a rich chocolate shell. These bite-sized delights are perfect for parties, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a sweet and indulgent treat. This recipe ensures that the buckeye balls have the perfect balance of peanut butter and chocolate, making them irresistibly delicious. Whip up a batch of these decadent treats and enjoy the heavenly combination of peanut butter and chocolate in every bite.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze the peanut butter balls for about 30 minutes or until firm.
3. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable shortening in short intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
4. Using a toothpick or a fork, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, fully coating it. Allow the excess chocolate to drip off and place the coated ball back on the lined baking sheet.
5. Repeat the dipping process for all the peanut butter balls.
6. Place the baking sheet with the coated balls in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
7. Once the chocolate is set, you can remove the toothpicks or gently lift the balls from the parchment paper.
8. Serve the buckeye balls chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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