Buckeye Candy
The ultimate sweet treat! Buckeye Candy combines rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter into heavenly bites. Perfect for any occasion, these easy-to-make candies will satisfy your sweet cravings. Make a batch tonight and share the joy!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups Confectioners sugar
- 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 Tablespoons coconut oil optional
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine confectioners sugar, unsalted butter, creamy peanut butter, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer or a spatula to mix until the ingredients are well combined and form a dough. It should be creamy and hold its shape when formed into balls. Don’t be afraid to dive in and use your hands if you need to!
- Using a small cookie scoop or a 1 Tablespoon measuring spoon, portion out the dough and roll it into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the balls on a lined baking sheet. The mixture should be soft yet sturdy enough to hold its shape.
- Chill the balls in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This step helps them firm up, making it easier to dip them into the chocolate later. While they chill, you can prepare the chocolate.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using). Microwave on medium power for 1 to 1.5 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and melted. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate, or it may seize.
- Once the chocolate is melted, retrieve your chilled peanut butter balls from the refrigerator. Using a toothpick, poke it into a ball, making sure it goes in deep enough to hold it securely while dipping.
- Carefully dip each ball in the melted chocolate, coating it about three-quarters of the way. The top should remain uncoated to mimic the appearance of a buckeye nut. Lift the ball out and gently scrape the bottom against the side of the bowl to remove any excess chocolate.
- Place the dipped buckeyes back onto the lined baking sheet. Repeat the dipping process for all the balls. This is a fun step where you can get creative with the dipping technique!
- After all the buckeyes are dipped, return them to the refrigerator and chill for about 20 minutes to set the chocolate. This will help them hold their shape and firm up.
- Finally, once the chocolate is set, you can remove the toothpick and use a knife or your finger to smooth out the hole left behind. Your Buckeye Candy is now ready to be enjoyed!
Notes
- Storage: Buckeye Candy will last for about a two weeks in the fridge if stored in an airtight container or zip-lock freezer bag. But good luck not eating them all in the first day!
- Freezing: Store this easy no bake dessert in an airtight container or zip-lock freezer bag for up to two months in the freezer. This is recommended for long term storage!
- Do Buckeye Candies Have To Be Refrigerated? Yes. Storing them at room temperature can affect the chocolate coating and your candy will not last as long.
- Do I Have To Use Coconut Oil? You don’t have to, but coconut oil helps make the chocolate easier to dip. However, you could also substitute shortening.