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Delicious Buckeyes Recipe

Mary Sabados, The Writer's Quill Editor

Modified from the recipe of Mallory (http://chocolatewithgrace.com/buckeye-recipe-peanut-butter-balls/)

yield: ABOUT 40

prep time: 1 HOUR

additional time: 2 HOURS

total time: 3 HOURS

Buckeyes are traditionally from the state of Ohio and are a delicious treat consisting of peanut butter balls covered in chocolate. These delicious treats are a favorite of my family because my siblings and I were all born in Ohio, the “Buckeye land”, and are fans of the Ohio State Buckeye football team.

Ingredients

12 oz (1 1/2 cups) creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 pound (4 cups) powdered sugar
16 ounces semi sweet chocolate (chocolate chips work really well)

Instructions

In the bowl of a mixer, beat peanut butter and butter. Stir in vanilla. Add powdered sugar and beat on low speed until smooth.

Roll into 1 inch balls and place in the freezer for at least 1 hour.

Mary Sabados
Melt chocolate chips by microwaving in a deep bowl for 10-15 seconds at a time, stirring between intervals.

Place the chocolate in a deep bowl and microwave for 10-15 seconds at a time, stirring between intervals, until melted. (you can also use a double boiler or chocolate melting pot to melt the chocolate).

Dip the chilled peanut butter balls three fourths of the way into the melted chocolate and place on a wax paper lined cookie sheet until chocolate is set. (toothpicks are helpful for dipping).

Mary Sabados

Store in the fridge or the freezer.

Nutrition Information:

YIELD: 40

SERVING SIZE: 1 buckeye

Amount Per Serving: CALORIES: 175