Peanut Butter Balls (Buckeyes)
Craving something sweet, creamy, and irresistibly chocolatey? These no-bake peanut butter balls, also known as Buckeyes, are the ultimate treat! With just five ingredients, you'll have a batch of these rich, peanut butter-filled delights ready in no time.
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Servings: 60 buckeyes
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 ounces semi-sweet melting chocolate, chocolate melting wafers, or chocolate almond bark
Instructions:
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture:
- Using an electric mixer, blend the butter and peanut butter together until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar to the mixture and continue blending until the consistency is smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Form the Peanut Butter Balls:
- Form small mounds (approximately 5 dozen) with the peanut butter mixture and place them on a baking sheet.
- Freeze them for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the Chocolate:
- While the peanut butter balls are chilling, melt the chocolate, melting wafers, or chocolate almond bark according to the instructions on the package.
- Dip the Peanut Butter Balls:
- Once chilled, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate using a toothpick, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing them back on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet to set.
- Let the Chocolate Set:
- Let the chocolate set completely.
- Store:
- Store the peanut butter balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.
Notes:
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the peanut butter balls several days in advance. Store them in the fridge or freeze them for up to a few months.
- Freezing: Once the chocolate has set, store the peanut butter balls in a freezer-safe container or bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
Variations:
- For a glossy finish: Melt paraffin wax with the semi-sweet chocolate for a shinier coating and a longer shelf life at room temperature.
- Fully dipped or partially dipped: Cover the peanut butter balls completely in chocolate or leave some peanut butter exposed to resemble buckeye nuts from a buckeye tree.
- Add-ins: Stir in mini M&M’s, chopped candies, or chopped nuts into the peanut butter mixture before dipping.