Description
Chocolate and peanut butter unite in this classic buckeye candy, creating a nostalgic Ohio treat that melts hearts with its irresistible combo. Smooth peanut butter balls dipped in rich chocolate deliver a perfect balance of sweet and creamy indulgence you can’t resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) creamy peanut butter (not natural)
- 2 cups (340 grams) semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 3 1/4 cups (390 grams) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons (25 grams) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or shortening
Instructions
- Cream peanut butter and butter in a mixing bowl until smooth and fully integrated.
- Incorporate brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt into the creamy mixture, stirring until well blended.
- Sift powdered sugar into the mixture gradually, mixing thoroughly after each addition to create a cohesive dough.
- Using clean hands, shape the mixture into uniform round balls, approximately one tablespoon in size.
- Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined tray and transfer to the freezer for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
- Prepare the chocolate coating by melting chocolate and oil in the microwave, using 25-second intervals and stirring between each burst to prevent burning.
- Insert a toothpick into each chilled ball and carefully dip into the melted chocolate, ensuring the top remains partially exposed for visual appeal.
- Gently tap the dipped ball to remove excess chocolate and delicately smooth out any toothpick marks for a clean finish.
- Allow the chocolate-coated treats to set at room temperature until the coating hardens completely, approximately 10-15 minutes.
Notes
- Customize sweetness by adjusting powdered sugar for less or more intense flavor.
- Swap regular chocolate with dairy-free or dark chocolate for dietary restrictions.
- Use silicone molds for uniform shape and easier chocolate coating process.
- Sprinkle sea salt or crushed nuts on top for extra texture and gourmet touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg