Best Ever Buckeyes

Buckeyes are named after the nuts of the Ohio buckeye tree, which have a similar appearance to the chocolate-covered peanut butter balls.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 7.

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Best Ever Buckeyes

Cooking Method: No cooking required Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 3840

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted Butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 3 cups Powdered Sugar
• ¹⁄₄ pinch Salt
• 2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
• 1 tablespoons Vegetable Shortening

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together peanut butter, softened butter, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and salt until well combined.
2. Shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and let the buckeyes chill for about 30 minutes.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable shortening in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
5. Using a toothpick or a fork, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, leaving a small portion uncovered to resemble a buckeye.
6. Place the dipped buckeyes back on the baking sheet and refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 160kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 16g6%

Sugars 12g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.