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An easy no-bake recipe for the best classic Buckeyes, a beloved candy made of creamy, rich peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate.

No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls Recipe (Best Ever Buckeye Candy!)

peanut butter

butter (+ 1 tablespoon for chocolate)

vanilla extract

salt

cinnamon (optional)

½ powdered sugar

chocolate chips

In the bowl of an electric mixer, add the peanut butter, ½ cup softened butter, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon. Beat on high until the mixture is very smooth. Scrape the bowl with a rubber spatula. Then turn the mixer on low and slowly add in the powdered sugar. If the mixture seems too sticky to roll after adding 3 ½ cups, add another ½ cup of powdered sugar. Beat until smooth.

Set out a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper. Scoop the peanut butter ball batter with a spoon and roll into 1 inch balls. Try to make them all the same size. Place on the baking sheet.

Place the baking sheet in the freezer for at least 1 hour, or until the balls are frozen hard.

Once the balls are very cold and stiff, place the chocolate chips and remaining 1 tablespoon butter, in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in one-minute increments, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and smooth. (You can also melt the chocolate in a small sauce pan over low heat.)

Take several of the balls out of the freezer at a time, leaving the rest to stay cold. Insert a toothpick into the top of a peanut butter ball, and dunk it in chocolate, leaving an open rim around the top so the peanut butter ball is exposed. Gently tap the buckeye on the edge of the bowl to remove excess chocolate, then place the ball back on the frozen baking sheet. Use the tip of your finger to tap down the toothpick hole. Repeat, repeat, repeat, making sure to leave the peanut butter balls in the freezer as long as possible. If they thaw, they are harder to dip. You may also need to rewarm the chocolate once or twice, so it stays thin enough to dip.

Once all the buckeye candy is coated in chocolate, you can choose to keep them in the freeze, or let them thaw to room temperature, so they are soft. Either way, move them to an airtight container.

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No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls - An easy recipe for the best classic buckeyes, a beloved candy featuring creamy and rich peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate.

Best Ever Buckeye Candy

Creamy peanut butter balls dipped in decadent chocolate make these easy buckeyes the perfect dessert to enjoy during the holidays, or anytime!

Buckeye Candy

butter, softened

vanilla

confectioners’ sugar

vegetable shortening

Using an electric mixer, beat together peanut butter,...

Using an electric mixer, beat together peanut butter, butter, vanilla and salt until light and fluffy. Beat in the confectioners’ sugar a little at a time until well combined. Shape into balls using approximately 2 teaspoons in each ball. Place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment or waxed paper. Chill for a minimum of 30 minutes before dipping. 

Meanwhile, in a double boiler over low heat, ...

Meanwhile, in a double boiler over low heat,  melt together the chocolate chips and shortening, stirring often, until smooth and creamy. Transfer to a small bowl for dipping.  

Insert a toothpick into each ball and dip...

Insert a toothpick into each ball and dip into the chocolate leaving a little of the peanut butter showing on the top. Place back on the cookie sheet, remove the toothpick and refrigerate until chocolate is set.

These Peanut Butter Buckeye Balls are a traditional no-bake treat made with just 5 ingredients and destined to be a family favorite if they&#039;re not already!

Peanut Butter Buckeyes

butter

sugar

chocolate melting wafers

Add the peanut butter, butter, and vanilla to a large bowl or stand mixer and cream together for 30 seconds.

Sift 3 cups of the powdered sugar into the bowl and beat until smooth. If the mixture is still too soft, beat in an additional 1/2 cup. The mixture should stick together but not be sticky, moore of a set fudge texture.

Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and portion the peanut butter mixture out with a medium cookie scoop and roll into balls. Place them on the cookie sheet and chill in the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes.

Just before removing the balls from the freezer, melt the chocolate melting wafers in a wide glass on 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted.

Use a toothpick to spear the balls and dip them in the melted chocolate. Use a fork to help remove the toothpick from the ball and place back on the parchment paper.

Use your finger or a paring knife to lightly cover the hole from the toothpick.

Allow to set until the chocolate hardens.

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These Peanut Butter Buckeye Balls are a traditional no-bake treat made with just 5 ingredients and destined to be a family favorite if they're not already!

If you love a dessert with peanut butter and chocolate you will adore this Classic Buckeye Candy recipe. Perfect for the holidays!

Buckeye Candy Recipe

¼ cup creamy peanut butter

butter* + 1 tablespoon (, softened)

fine sea salt

Add the peanut butter, butter, vanilla, and salt to a medium mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer, mix on high until creamed. Slowly add the powdered sugar while continuing to mix until all powdered sugar is gone.

Using a measuring spoon or cookie scoop, shape 1-tablespoon balls with your hands. Once rolled, place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the freezer for 20-30 minutes.

In the meantime, melt the chocolate chips and butter in a double boiler over low heat. Transfer to a small bowl for dipping.

Insert a toothpick into each ball, then dip them into the chocolate mixture to coat about half of the ball. Transfer each ball back to the cookie sheet, chocolate side down, and to the fridge to set. Repeat until all of the peanut butter balls are gone.

Chill in the fridge for 60-90 minutes, or until the chocolate sets.

If you&#39;ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings!

These homemade Buckeyes feature creamy peanut butter balls dipped in rich, smooth semi-sweet chocolate - a truly addictive treat! With just 7 ingredients and no baking required, make them year-round and definitely add them to your cookie tray during the holidays!

Buckeyes

unsalted butter, softened

sugar,

chocolate

chocolate bark, roughly chopped

Flaky sea salt,

Add the peanut butter and softened butter to...

Add the peanut butter and softened butter to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until well combined.

With the mixer on low speed, add the...

With the mixer on low speed, add the vanilla extract. Then slowly add the powdered sugar. If you add it all at once, you’ll end up with a mess!

Once all of the powdered sugar has been...

Once all of the powdered sugar has been added, scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix again, just until everything is evenly incorporated.

Scoop out 1-tablespoon sized portions of peanut butter...

Scoop out 1-tablespoon sized portions of peanut butter mixture and roll them into smooth balls. Place them on a parchment lined baking sheet and freeze for 20 minutes.

When the buckeyes are chilled, heat a small...

When the buckeyes are chilled, heat a small saucepan of water to a simmer over medium heat. Place a heatproof bowl on top of the pan and add the chocolate chips and chocolate bark to the bowl. (or use a double boiler, if you have one)

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate has melted...

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate has melted completely, about 5 minutes. Remove the chocolate from the heat.

Stick a toothpick into the center of one...

Stick a toothpick into the center of one peanut butter ball and dip it into the melted chocolate, making sure to leave a circle of peanut butter visible at the top. Repeat with the remaining buckeyes. Smooth out the toothpick hole with the back of  a spoon, if desired.

If you want to add a sprinkle of...

If you want to add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, do that now. Then place the finished buckeyes back into the fridge to chill for 10 minutes, or just until the chocolate is set.

This Easy Buckeye Recipe makes creamy soft peanut butter centers that are mostly enrobed in rich dark chocolate, leaving just a circle of the filling exposed on top for that signature look of the famous Ohio icon. Buckeyes are a classic homemade candy that is popular at Christmas but can be enjoyed all year long!

Easy Buckeye Candy Recipe

peanut butter ((356 grams))

salted butter ((113 grams))

sugar ((360 grams))

Ghiradelli dark chocolate melting wafers

Beat the peanut butter and butter together in a large bowl until creamy.

Add the powdered sugar and vanilla, then beat again until combined. Stop and scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop the peanut butter mixture into Tablespoon-sized balls onto the parchment paper. Roll them between your palms until they are round and smooth, then place them back on the parchment paper. Freeze for 20 minutes (but no more than 30 minutes).

Meanwhile, melt the chocolate wafers in the microwave using short 20-second bursts of heat, stirring between each burst until melted and smooth.

Once the peanut butter balls are well-chilled, remove them from the freezer and skewer one with a toothpick. Dip the peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate until mostly covered, leaving a small round opening on top to give them the appearance of a buckeye ball. Gently shake off excess chocolate so it doesn&#39;t pool too much on the baking sheet, then return the buckeye to the baking sheet so the chocolate can set up.

Repeat with the remaining peanut butter balls, then use your fingers or a paring knife to smooth over the toothpick mark. Let the chocolate set up before enjoying.

Whip up a batch of these easy 4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Balls in under an hour -- these peanut butter balls are creamy, chocolatey, and fun to make!

4-Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

unsalted butter (softened)

10-oz. pkg. Ghiradelli dark chocolate melting wafers

Add the peanut butter and softened butter to the bowl of a stand mixer and cream together until smooth.

Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low until well incorporated.

Roll the peanut butter mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a wax paper or parchment paper lined baking sheet or tray. Chill the shaped balls for 30 minutes.

When ready to dip the balls, place the chocolate melting wafers in a microwave safe bowl and heat in 30-second increments at 50% power, stirring between each increment until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Do not over heat.

Dip the peanut butter balls in the chocolate until completely covered (use a toothpick) then place on the wax paper lined baking sheet until the chocoalte is set. If desired, drizzle more chocolate on top to decorate.

Buckeyes are the perfect no bake candy to make for the holidays! With a creamy peanut butter center and a sweet chocolate exterior, this easy buckeye recipe is a crowd favorite! Bonus - only a handful of ingredients are needed!

unsalted butter (room temperature)

½ cups creamy peanut butter peanut

milk chocolate melting wafers (I used Ghirardelli)

Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Set aside.

Cream butter and peanut butter together until smooth and completely combined, about 2 minutes.

Beat in the vanilla extract and salt.

Add 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and mix on low speed until mostly combined and then increase the speed to high for one minute. Repeat twice more with 1 cup of powdered sugar each time. The mixture should be smooth, a little bit crumbly and should not stick to your fingers when you pick it up.

Scoop mixture, roll into 1 inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet.

Freeze balls for 30 minutes or until very firm. You can also refrigerate for 2 hours if freezer space is unavailable.

When peanut butter balls are just about ready, prepare the chocolate coating.

Combine chocolate melting wafers and chocolate chips in a shallow, microwave safe bowl and melt in the microwave in 30 second increments, at 50% power, stirring in between, until chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate mixture.

Using toothpicks or wooden skewers, carefully dip the peanut butter balls into the melted chocolate leaving the top of the ball free of chocolate.

Wipe off excess chocolate on the side of the bowl and return the peanut butter balls to the parchment lined baking sheet.

Carefully twist the toothpick or skewer to remove. Smooth over the hole with additional peanut butter mixture or a slightly wet finger, or leave as is.

Repeat with remaining peanut butter balls until all balls have been dipped.

Let buckeyes sit until the chocolate has set up. Refrigerate buckeyes until ready to enjoy.

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Buckeyes have a creamy peanut butter center and a sweet chocolate exterior. This buckeye recipe is the perfect easy candy for the holidays!

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How to make dreamy 4 ingredient buckeyes, peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate. Easy small batch buckeye recipe perfect for the holidays!

Easy 4-Ingredient Buckeyes Recipe

peanut butter*

dark chocolate melting wafers ((or milk chocolate))

In a large bowl, mix together the softened butter, peanut butter, and powdered sugar.

Take about a tablespoonful or small cookie scoop full of the peanut butter mixture and begin to roll it between your hands. Shape it into as round of a ball as you can, and place it in a single layer on a prepared baking sheet lined with wax paper. Continue rolling the rest of the dough into balls. (If the mixture is too gooey, try chilling it in the fridge or freezer for 20-30 minutes before rolling into balls.)

Add toothpicks, for dipping, to each ball.

Chill the peanut butter balls in the fridge or freezer for about 30 minutes.

Add the chocolate to a microwave-safe measuring cup or bowl; and melt, starting at 30 seconds, then stirring every 15-20 seconds, &#39;til melted and smooth.

Remove the peanut butter balls from the freezer, and using the inserted toothpicks, dip every single peanut butter ball, partially immersing each one into the melted chocolate. Place each dipped buckeye back on the wax paper lined cookie sheet.

Chill the chocolate covered peanut butter balls in the fridge or freezer ’til set, probably about 15-20 minutes.

Then remove all the toothpicks and cover up each toothpick hole with your finger (optional step).

Store the buckeyes in a wax paper lined airtight container or festive Christmas tin in the fridge.

First time making Buckeyes and we loved them. Now I have to make some for my son. This recipe only makes 18 of them. Thanks for sharing

I made these for Christmas presents a few years back and everyone loved them. Even easier than I expected. I’ll make these again and again!!

Very easy to make and turned out perfectly. I took them to an Ohio State football party and everyone loved them.

Too gooey, couldn't form into balls, had to add more powdered sugar

Being from Indiana, the original “Buckeyes” have rice crispies in them. Really brings them up a notch!

Idk how you formed balls with a 1:2 ratio of peanut butter to powdered sugar. Recipe isn’t right . with this ratio I had gooey balls that wouldn’t hold shape or stick together . I had I add an extra 1/2 cup of powered sugar.

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How to make dreamy, creamy, no bake buckeye peanut butter balls with just 4 simple ingredients. Easy small batch buckeye recipe, perfect for dessert!

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Let's head into the kitchen and make a batch of easy chocolate peanut butter balls. This is one of my family's favorite Christmas candy recipes. I've been making this buckeye candy recipe every Christmas since I was a kid, and now you can make it too! 

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INGREDIENTS:

3 tablespoons salted butter, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup powdered sugar
10 ounces dark chocolate melting wafers

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a small mixing bowl, mix up the first three ingredients, including the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, and powdered sugar.
2. Take about a tablespoonful of the peanut butter mixture and begin to roll it between your hands. Shape it into as round of a ball as you can and place it on a baking sheet lined with wax paper.
3. Continue rolling until all of your peanut butter mixture has been rolled into peanut butter balls.
4. Add toothpicks (for dipping) to each ball.
5. Chill the peanut butter balls in the fridge or freezer for about half an hour.
6. Melt the chocolate according to package directions.
7. Once your chocolate is ready to go, you can remove the peanut butter balls from the freezer, and start dipping right away.
8. As you partially dip each buckeye into the chocolate, using a toothpick or dipping tool, place it back on the wax paper lined cookie sheet.
9. Chill the chocolate covered peanut butter balls in the fridge or freezer ’til set, probably about 15-20 minutes.
10. Then remove all the toothpicks and cover up the holes with your finger (optional step).
11. Store them in an airtight container or festive Christmas tin (lined with wax paper) in the fridge.

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Easy 4-Ingredient BUCKEYE Peanut Butter Balls

A no-bake peanut butter candy dipped in dark chocolate, with the signature circle of peanut butter left showing on top.

Buckeyes Recipe

salted butter, softened

table salt

dark chocolate melting wafers

In a large mixing bowl, beat , , , and  with a stand mixer until smooth and fluffy.

Add , one-half cup at a time, beating on low speed until fully combined. The mixture should be firm enough to roll.

Scoop about one tablespoon of the mixture with a cookie scoop and roll it into a ball between the palms of the hands. Set each ball on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat until all the mixture is used.

Freeze the balls for 15 to 20 minutes, until firm.

Place  in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at 50 percent power for one minute, stir, then continue in 30-second increments at 50 percent power, stirring between each, until fully smooth.

Insert a skewer into the top of a chilled ball and dip it into the chocolate, leaving a circle of peanut butter showing at the top. Set it back on the parchment to let the chocolate set.

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