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buckeyes-recipe

Buckeyes Recipe

Delicious peanut butter and chocolate treats that resemble the nut of the buckeye tree.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 pieces
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 2 tablespoons Shortening

Instructions 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat peanut butter, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until well combined.
  3. Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Chill for 30 minutes.
  4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  5. Insert a toothpick into each peanut butter ball and dip into melted chocolate, leaving a small portion of peanut butter visible at the top.
  6. Place back on the baking sheet and refrigerate until chocolate is set.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Keywords

Chocolate, No Bake, Peanut Butter
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