Master the art of making Buckeyes with this foolproof recipe that will make you feel like a professional pastry chef. From perfectly creamy peanut butter centers to smooth chocolate coatings, we’ll guide you through each step of making this classic treat to ensure sweet success.
This recipe was created for Dixie Crystals by BigBear’sWife, post and words written are 100% mine as always.
Imagine sinking your teeth into a delectable treat, the perfect combination of creamy peanut butter filling and a smooth chocolate coating.
HEAVEN!
These irresistible delights are none other than Buckeyes, a confectionery treat that will have you swooning at first bite. T
In this post, I’ll be showing you how to make some of the best Buckeyes (or Buckeye Balls) that you’re ever had.
But beware, once you’ve mastered this recipe, you may find yourself flooded with requests for the secret behind your perfect Buckeyes. So, brace yourself for the sweet journey ahead as we unlock the secret to creating Buckeyes that will leave everyone begging for the recipe.
Ingredients For This Easy Buckeye Recipe:
- unsalted butter, room temperature
- smooth peanut butter
- vanilla extract
- Powdered Sugar
- melting chocolate candy coating
Ingredient amounts and entire recipe directions in recipe card on Dixie Crystals Site – Link Below
How To Make This Buckeyes Recipe:
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Follow the recipe for making the peanut butter dough
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Once you’ve made the peanut butter mixture, pop it into the fridge for about 30 minutes to chill.
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When time it up, take 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it in your hand until soft. Then roll into a ball. *dough may be crumbly when you remove it from the fridge but the heat from your hand will help smooth it out*
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Do this for the rest of the dough, placing them on a parchment paper-lined flat surface.
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Melt chocolate candy coating according to package directions. This is normally 30 second intervals in the microwave until melted and smooth.
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Use a toothpick and press it into top of peanut butter ball.
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Use the toothpick to dip each peanut butter ball into the chocolate and tap off excess.
Make sure not to dip the entire peanut butter ball and leave the circle of peanut butter at the top to create the classic look of the buckeye candies.
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Place onto the parchment paper and let sit until chocolate hardens.
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If you want the hole in the top of the buckeyes removed, just use your finger to gently move the peanut butter mixture around to fill the hole. The heat from your finger will help it mold together.
Now they’re ready for your next party or for gift giving!
Why Are These Called Buckeyes?
Buckeye candies are called Buckeyes because they look like the nuts of the Ohio state tree. The buckeye nut got its name because it resembles the shape and color of a deer…therefore…buckeyes.
Can I Use Crunchy Peanut Butter for Buckeyes?
I’m not going to tell you that you can’t but, I wouldn’t recommend it. These homemade candies should be soft and smooth. Crunchy peanut butter is going to give them a bit of a texture and crunch.
More Chocolate and Peanut Butter Recipes:
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake
- Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Chex Mix
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Bread Pudding
- Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Pumpkins
More Homemade Candy Recipes:
Buckeyes
Buckeyes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups Powdered Sugar
- 16 ounces melting chocolate candy coating
Instructions
In a medium sauce pan, melt butter and peanut butter together over medium heat.
Once butter and peanut butter mixture is melted, pour it into medium bowl.
Stir in the vanilla and powdered sugar until well combined.
Place into fridge for 30 minutes.
Remove from fridge and roll dough into tablespoon size balls.
Place peanut butter balls on flat surface.
Melt chocolate candy coating according to package directions.
Use a toothpick to dip each peanut butter ball into the chocolate and tap off excess.
Dip everything but the top of the peanut butter ball.
Let buckeyes sit until the chocolate hardens.
Notes
*If you want the hole in the top of the buckeyes removed, just use your finger to gently move the peanut butter mixture around to fill the hole. The heat from your finger will help it mold together.*
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