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Buckeyes (Peanut Butter Balls)

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Delicious no-bake peanut butter balls coated in chocolate, perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat any time.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peanut Butter Mixture
  • 1.5 cups creamy peanut butter The base of the recipe, providing a rich and nutty flavor.
  • 0.5 cups butter, softened Adds creaminess and helps bind the mixture together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor with a hint of warmth.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Sweetens the mixture and gives it a delightful texture.
For the Coating
  • 16 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips Coating for dipping, offering a rich chocolate flavor.
  • 0.25 cups shaved paraffin wax Helps the chocolate coating to firm up and creates a glossy finish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter and softened butter until the mixture is well-blended and smooth.
  2. Stir in the vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  3. Gradually add the powdered sugar, blending it into the peanut butter mixture until it becomes smooth and fluffy.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet.
  5. Chill the balls in the freezer for 1 hour to firm them up.
Coating
  1. While the peanut butter balls are chilling, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and shaved paraffin wax together in intervals in the microwave, stirring until completely smooth.
  2. Dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate mixture, allowing excess chocolate to drip off before placing them on wax paper to set.
  3. Let the chocolate coating harden completely before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

Ensure your butter is at room temperature for easy mixing. Store Buckeyes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. They freeze well; simply layer them between parchment paper in an airtight container for up to three months. For a twist, consider adding a pinch of sea salt to the peanut butter mixture or swirling in some crispy rice cereal for added crunch.

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