Buckeyes

Buckeyes are named after the nuts of the Ohio buckeye tree, which resemble the chocolate-covered peanut butter balls.

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

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Buckeyes

Cooking Method: Chilling, Mixing Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegetarian

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

Servings: 24 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 4 cups Powdered Sugar
• ¹⁄₈ pinch Salt
• 2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
• 1 tablespoons Vegetable Shortening

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, unsalted butter, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and salt. Mix until well combined.
2. Roll 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 1 hour, or until firm.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable shortening together, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
5. Using a toothpick or skewer, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, leaving a small portion uncovered to resemble a buckeye nut.
6. Place the dipped buckeyes back on the baking sheet and refrigerate until the chocolate is set.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 100kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 9g3%

Sugars 7g

Protein 2g4%

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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.