buckeye balls

This recipe for buckeye balls is the classic peanut butter balls dipped in dark or white chocolate.

Buckeye Balls

peanut butter

butter (at room temperature)

sugar

chocolate chips chocolate

vegetable shortening

holiday sprinkles

Place the peanut butter, butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl. Mix until the ingredients are incorporated, then knead with your hands until a smooth dough forms.

Shape the dough into tablespoon sized balls and place on a sheet pan that's been lined with parchment paper.

Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for at least 30 minutes.

Place the chocolate chips and shortening in a medium bowl. If using 2 types of chocolate, place 4 ounces of each chocolate with 1 tablespoon shortening into 2 bowls.

Microwave the chocolate in 30 second intervals or until melted. Stir until smooth and thoroughly combined.

Remove the buckeye balls from the fridge. Use a toothpick to pick up each ball and and dip it into the melted chocolate. Quickly roll the ball in sprinkles if using (optional). Repeat with each ball. Use your finger to smooth over the top of each ball to remove the mark from the toothpick.

Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set, then serve.

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These buckeye balls are no bake peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate and sprinkles.

Creamy peanut butter balls dipped in decadent chocolate make these easy buckeyes the perfect dessert to enjoy during the holidays, or anytime!

Buckeye Candy

butter, softened

vanilla

salt

confectioners’ sugar

chocolate chips

Using an electric mixer, beat together peanut butter,...

Using an electric mixer, beat together peanut butter, butter, vanilla and salt until light and fluffy. Beat in the confectioners’ sugar a little at a time until well combined. Shape into balls using approximately 2 teaspoons in each ball. Place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment or waxed paper. Chill for a minimum of 30 minutes before dipping. 

Meanwhile, in a double boiler over low heat, ...

Meanwhile, in a double boiler over low heat,  melt together the chocolate chips and shortening, stirring often, until smooth and creamy. Transfer to a small bowl for dipping.  

Insert a toothpick into each ball and dip...

Insert a toothpick into each ball and dip into the chocolate leaving a little of the peanut butter showing on the top. Place back on the cookie sheet, remove the toothpick and refrigerate until chocolate is set.

No bake Peanut Butter Balls (aka Buckeyes) are easy peanut butter candies dipped in chocolate, and made with just 5 ingredient. 

Peanut Butter Balls (Buckeyes)

butter (4 sticks)

vanilla extract

chocolate

Use electric beaters to cream together the butter and peanut butter.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Slowly add the powdered sugar until you get a smooth consistency.&nbsp; Add the vanilla and mix.

Form the dough into about 10 dozen small peanut butter balls.

Place the peanut butter balls on a parchment lined baking sheet and put them in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.

When the balls have had a chance to freeze, melt the chocolate melting wafers&nbsp;according to package instructions.

Use a toothpick to dip and coat each peanut butter ball in chocolate. Allow excess to drip off and then place them on a parchment covered baking sheet and allow them to set.&nbsp;

Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.

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No bake Peanut Butter Balls (aka Buckeyes) are easy peanut butter candies dipped in chocolate, and made with just 5 ingredient.

Peanut Butter Balls

Peanut Butter Balls are a super simple, no-bake, treat that are great any time of the year. Sometimes called buckeye balls, these sweet and salty peanut butter balls are dipped into dark chocolate and are irresistible!

Peanut Butter Balls {aka Buckeye Balls}

butter (melted)

oz Baker’s dark chocolate dipping chocolate

Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and set aside.

In a large bowl, add the melted butter, powdered sugar, peanut butter, and vanilla. Beat on low with an electric mixer until fully combined.

Using a cookie scoop (or a spoon), scoop the mixture and roll into approximately 1&quot; to 1.5&quot; balls. Place on your prepared pan and repeat until you’re out of mixture.

Put the pan of balls in the fridge for at least an hour to firm up.

Melt the chocolate according to the directions (30 seconds, stir, 30 seconds, stir).

Use a toothpick to poke the balls, dip into the chocolate (I left the tops exposed), let any excess chocolate drip off, then place back on the parchment lined pan. Repeat until you’re done.

Place back in the fridge to allow the chocolate to set.

Once they were done, I removed all the toothpicks and smoothed over the hole marks.

Enjoy!

These homemade Buckeyes feature creamy peanut butter balls dipped in rich, smooth semi-sweet chocolate - a truly addictive treat! With just 7 ingredients and no baking required, make them year-round and definitely add them to your cookie tray during the holidays!

Buckeyes

unsalted butter, softened

sugar,

chocolate bark, roughly chopped

Flaky sea salt,

Add the peanut butter and softened butter to...

Add the peanut butter and softened butter to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until well combined.

With the mixer on low speed, add the...

With the mixer on low speed, add the vanilla extract. Then slowly add the powdered sugar. If you add it all at once, you’ll end up with a mess!

Once all of the powdered sugar has been...

Once all of the powdered sugar has been added, scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix again, just until everything is evenly incorporated.

Scoop out 1-tablespoon sized portions of peanut butter...

Scoop out 1-tablespoon sized portions of peanut butter mixture and roll them into smooth balls. Place them on a parchment lined baking sheet and freeze for 20 minutes.

When the buckeyes are chilled, heat a small...

When the buckeyes are chilled, heat a small saucepan of water to a simmer over medium heat. Place a heatproof bowl on top of the pan and add the chocolate chips and chocolate bark to the bowl. (or use a double boiler, if you have one)

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate has melted...

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate has melted completely, about 5 minutes. Remove the chocolate from the heat.

Stick a toothpick into the center of one...

Stick a toothpick into the center of one peanut butter ball and dip it into the melted chocolate, making sure to leave a circle of peanut butter visible at the top. Repeat with the remaining buckeyes. Smooth out the toothpick hole with the back of  a spoon, if desired.

If you want to add a sprinkle of...

If you want to add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, do that now. Then place the finished buckeyes back into the fridge to chill for 10 minutes, or just until the chocolate is set.

These buckeyes have the perfect balance of salty and sweet! They&#x27;re made with soft peanut butter centers that are dipped in chocolate.

peanut butter (250 grams)

Tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature (85 grams)

tsp fine salt (3 grams)

sugar (280 grams)

milk chocolate chips (175 grams)

Tbsp vegetable shortening or coconut oil (12 grams)

dark chocolate chips (85 grams)

Sprinkles

Electric Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer

Tray

Parchment Paper

Toothpick Scribe

Piping Bag

Cream together 1 cup of peanut butter, 6 Tbsp of butter, 1 tsp vanilla, and 1/2 tsp fine salt in a large bowl with a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment until smooth and combined.

Add in 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar and mix on low until combined. The dough should be thick. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed with a rubber spatula.

Scoop out 1 Tbsp-sized pieces and roll them into balls. If you want to be super precise, each ball should weigh about 24g on a scale.

Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes or until they&#x27;re firm to the touch.

Once the peanut butter balls are firm to the touch, make the chocolate coating. Add 1 cup of milk chocolate chips and 1 Tbsp shortening or coconut oil to a small bowl and melt in 20-second intervals in the microwave. Stir between intervals until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth and combined.

Remove the peanut butter balls from the fridge and use a scribe or toothpick to dip each peanut butter ball in the chocolate mixture. I like to gently swirl the peanut butter balls around in the mixture to cover them about 2/3 of the way up in chocolate. Gently scrape the bottom of the balls on the edge of the bowl to remove any excess chocolate, then place them back on the baking sheet. If you notice the peanut butter balls begin to soften as you&#x27;re trying to dip them, pop them back in the fridge or freezer for 5-10 minutes to let them firm up again. This will make them a lot easier to dip!

Gently press a butter knife or offset spatula over the top of the balls to cover up the holes on top, then place them back in the fridge to chill and let the chocolate firm up.

If you want to add a little extra pizzaz, I love to place 1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips in a small piping bag, melt the chocolate in the microwave, snip a small hole in the bottom of the bag, and drizzle the melted chocolate over the top of the buckeyes. Then I add a garnish of some colorful sprinkles over the dark chocolate (in this case I used Christmas sprinkles because these were for a holiday party, but rainbow nonpareils would be so cute too!).

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