Description
Creamy, chocolate-dipped, and irresistibly rich—these Buckeye Balls are a Midwest holiday staple with big flavor in every bite. If you love peanut butter and chocolate, this no-bake treat is your dream come true. Simple to make and perfect for freezing ahead!
Ingredients
16 oz peanut butter (smooth)
1 lb powdered sugar (about 3½ cups)
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
Semi-sweet chocolate chips (12–16 oz, adjust as needed)
Instructions
Step 1: Line a baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. Dough will be thick.
Step 3: Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on prepared sheet. Freeze for 20 minutes until firm.
Step 4: Melt chocolate chips in a bowl over a pan of simmering water, stirring until smooth.
Step 5: Insert a toothpick into each chilled ball and dip about ¾ of the way into melted chocolate, leaving the top exposed to resemble a buckeye.
Step 6: Return dipped balls to baking sheet and freeze again for 30 minutes until set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 110 / Ball
- Sugar: 9 / Ball
- Fat: 7 / Ball
- Carbohydrates: 11 / Ball
- Protein: 2 / Ball