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Buckeye Balls

Peanut butter and chocolate pair so nicely in these quick and delicious Buckeye Balls. Great for any holiday treat tray!
Prep Time40 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Chill Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: buckeye balls, candies, candy making, chocolate, chocolate and peanut butter, peanut butter
Servings: 50 candies

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup butter softened
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • ½ tablespoon coconut oil

Instructions

  • Combine sugar, peanut butter, vanilla and butter. Cream well, being sure to get all “corners” of the bowl.
  • Use a teaspoon to measure and your hands to form balls with the mixture. Place on a lined baking sheet and chill for 1-2 hours.
  • Once chilled, melt coconut oil and chocolate chips in the microwave, 30 seconds at a time, until smooth.
  • Dip balls into chocolate using a toothpick.
  • You can cover the hole formed from the toothpick, leave it, or drizzle with the leftover chocolate.