Andrea Cassoni's Buckeyes
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with *Andrea Cassoni's Buckeyes*, a no-bake treat that captures the comforting flavors of peanut butter and rich chocolate in every bite. This classic dessert starts with a creamy peanut butter mixture lightly sweetened with powdered sugar, shaped into bite-sized balls, and chilled for a satisfying firmness. Each ball is then dipped in silky melted semi-sweet chocolate, leaving a signature circle of golden peanut butter exposed for that iconic buckeye look. With just six simple ingredients and no cooking required, these decadent confections are easy to make and perfect for holiday platters, gift-giving, or anytime snacking. Whip up a batch of these irresistible buckeyes in just 30 minutes and watch them disappear at your next gathering!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Peanut butter (creamy)
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable shortening
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer to beat the ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
Step 2
Gradually add the powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. The mixture should become stiff and easy to shape by hand.
Step 3
Roll the peanut butter mixture into small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with wax or parchment paper.
Step 4
Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for 20-30 minutes or until firm.
Step 5
While the peanut butter balls are chilling, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable shortening in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring frequently, or microwave in 30-second increments until smooth. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate.
Step 6
Using a toothpick, dip each peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, leaving a small circle of peanut butter exposed at the top to resemble a buckeye nut. Gently shake off the excess chocolate and place the dipped ball back on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7
Once all the balls have been dipped, refrigerate them again until the chocolate is fully set, about 20-30 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the toothpicks by twisting gently and smooth over the holes if desired. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1131.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5596.0 |
| Total Fat 317.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 142.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 258.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1062.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 698.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 37.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 614.9g | |
| Protein 82.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 58.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 177.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1523.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories