Buckeye Balls

Indulge in the irresistible charm of homemade Buckeye Balls, a no-bake treat that perfectly balances creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate in every bite. Named for their resemblance to the nut of the Ohio buckeye tree, these bite-sized confections feature a smooth peanut butter filling coated in a glossy shell of semi-sweet chocolate, with just a hint of peanut butter peeking through for that signature "buckeye" appearance. With a quick prep time of just 30 minutes and a few pantry staples like peanut butter, powdered sugar, and chocolate, this recipe is perfect for holiday dessert spreads, gifting, or satisfying your sweet tooth anytime. Refrigerate these crowd-pleasers to keep them fresh for up to two weeks, and serve them as an easy, indulgent treat that everyone will rave about. Perfect for chocolate lovers and peanut butter fans alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 3.5 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon shortening

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, unsalted butter (softened to room temperature), vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Use an electric mixer to combine the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and forms a dough-like consistency.

Step 2

Scoop out approximately 1-inch portions of the peanut butter mixture and roll them into smooth balls using your hands. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the peanut butter balls to firm up.

Step 4

Once the peanut butter balls are chilled, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and shortening in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) or in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring frequently until smooth.

Step 5

Using a toothpick, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, leaving a small portion of peanut butter visible at the top. This creates the signature 'buckeye' look.

Step 6

Gently place the dipped balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for another 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.

Step 7

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1187.8 grams (1187.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5858

Total Fat 328.50g	421%
Saturated Fat 121.00g	605%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 1573mg	68%
Total Carbohydrate 724.10g	263%
Dietary Fiber 44.90g	160%
Total Sugars 626.00g
Protein 112.00g	224%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 239mg	18%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 2252mg	48%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 46.0%