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
- In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 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.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable shortening in short intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
- 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.
- Repeat the dipping process for all the peanut butter balls.
- Place the baking sheet with the coated balls in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
- Once the chocolate is set, you can remove the toothpicks or gently lift the balls from the parchment paper.
- Serve the buckeye balls chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
