BUCKEYE BALLS (PEANUT BUTTER BALLS)

This recipe for buckeye balls is classic peanut butter balls dipped in dark or white chocolate and coated with sprinkles. An easy no bake holiday dessert!

Rich and creamy peanut butter balls are dipped in chocolate and decorated with festive sprinkles for a no bake treat that’s perfect for a special occasion. These buckeye balls make a great gift and are always a welcome addition to any holiday dessert table.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup butter at room temperature
• 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar sifted
• 8 ounces chocolate chips or candy melts/almond bark can be dark chocolate, white chocolate or both
• 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
• optional: 1/2 cup holiday sprinkles

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place the peanut butter, butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl. Mix until the ingredients are incorporated, then knead with your hands until a smooth dough forms.
2. Shape the dough into tablespoon sized balls and place on a sheet pan that's been lined with parchment paper.
3. Refrigerate the peanut butter balls for at least 30 minutes.
4. Place the chocolate chips and shortening in a medium bowl. If using 2 types of chocolate, place 4 ounces of each chocolate with 1 tablespoon shortening into 2 bowls.
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