Description
Buckeyes are no-bake peanut butter balls dipped in smooth chocolate, leaving a circle of peanut butter visible on top. A Midwest classic, they’re rich, sweet, and salty—perfect for holidays, gifting, or anytime treats.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar (as needed for consistency)
- 2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp shortening or coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix peanut butter, softened butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar until a smooth, thick dough forms. Add extra sugar if mixture is too soft.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze 20–30 minutes until firm.
- Melt chocolate chips (and shortening if using) in the microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Insert a toothpick into each peanut butter ball and dip into melted chocolate, leaving a circle of peanut butter visible at the top. Let excess drip off.
- Place dipped balls back on the tray and refrigerate about 30 minutes until chocolate is set.
- Remove toothpicks and smooth holes if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For best results, avoid natural peanut butter—it’s too oily.
- To prevent toothpick marks, smooth over with your finger or a spoon after dipping.
- Chilling before dipping helps the balls hold shape and coat evenly.
- Freeze in batches for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 buckeye
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
