Best 4 Buckeye Balls Recipes

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Buckeye Balls are a delightful confection inspired by the beloved Buckeye State of Ohio, where they are widely cherished. These sweet treats are handcrafted using a combination of peanut butter and chocolate, resulting in a textural interplay that tantalizes the taste buds. In this article, we present a collection of three delectable Buckeye Ball recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels.

Our first recipe offers a classic Buckeye Ball experience with a blend of creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate, and a touch of vanilla extract. For those seeking a gluten-free alternative, we have a dedicated recipe that replaces the traditional graham cracker crumbs with almond flour, ensuring a delightful experience for individuals with gluten sensitivities. Last but not least, we present a no-bake Buckeye Ball recipe that is perfect for those who prefer a fuss-free and time-saving approach. With its simple steps and minimal ingredients, this recipe allows you to indulge in the same irresistible Buckeye Balls without the hassle of baking.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BUCKEYE BALLS II



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These are chocolate-covered balls of peanut butter and confectioners' sugar.

Provided by Allison O'Brien

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     International Cookie Recipes     American Cookie Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
½ cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter, butter, vanilla, and confectioners' sugar with hands to form a smooth stiff dough. Shape into balls using 2 teaspoons of dough for each ball. Place on prepared pan, and refrigerate.
  • Melt shortening and chocolate together in a metal bowl over a pan of lightly simmering water. Stir occasionally until smooth, and remove from heat.
  • Remove balls from refrigerator. Insert a wooden toothpick into a ball, and dip into melted chocolate. Return to wax paper, chocolate side down, and remove toothpick. Repeat with remaining balls. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 8.1 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 81.2 mg, Sugar 20.7 g

BUCKEYE BALLS



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Peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate. They look like buckeye nuts. Absolutely delicious!

Provided by Angela J.

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup butter, melted
1 pound confectioners' sugar
1 ½ cups peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening

Steps:

  • Combine the melted butter or margarine, confectioners' sugar, peanut butter and the vanilla together and mix well. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. Roll into 1 inch balls and place on waxed paper.
  • In the top half of a double boiler melt the chocolate chips and shortening, stirring constantly. Use a toothpick to dip balls into the melted chocolate, leaving a small uncovered area so balls resemble buckeyes. Place balls on waxed paper. Use fingers to blend in toothpick holes. Refrigerate until chocolate is firm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 137.3 mg, Sugar 36.9 g

BUCKEYE BALLS I



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This is a great Christmas candy to have at home with your family or give as a gift.

Provided by Shannon

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     International Cookie Recipes     American Cookie Recipes

Yield 144

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 (16 ounce) jars peanut butter
3 ½ (16 ounce) packages confectioners' sugar
1 cup butter, melted
3 (12 ounce) packages semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • Blend together the peanut butter, sugar and melted butter. Allow to chill in refrigerator.
  • Roll into 1 inch round balls and return to refrigerator.
  • In a double boiler over medium heat, melt the chocolate and shortening. Whisk together until smooth.
  • With a toothpick inserted in the balls, dip them into the chocolate so they look like buckeyes. Place on waxed paper and allow to set in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 67.1 mg, Sugar 15.8 g

PEANUT LADDOO BUCKEYE BALLS



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Here's a simple, no-bake sweet that riffs on peanut laddoos, a bite-size Indian confection made of ghee, sugar and nuts, with a chocolate coating inspired by buckeyes, the peanut butter and chocolate treat popular in Ohio. It was dreamed up by Hetal Vasavada, the blogger and author of the dessert cookbook "Milk & Cardamom," which combines the traditional Indian flavors she grew up with and the Western sweets she encountered as an American kid in New Jersey. The cardamom, ghee and jaggery provide both an interesting twist to the traditional flavor combination and a slightly grittier texture, which Ms. Vasavada likens to that of a Butterfinger candy bar.

Provided by Priya Krishna

Categories     snack, candies, cookies and bars, dessert

Time 25m

Yield About 15 balls

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup/150 grams roasted unsalted peanuts
2/3 cup/95 grams jaggery powder or 145 grams dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons/30 grams ghee, plus more as needed
1/4 teaspoon cardamom seeds, finely crushed
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup/130 grams milk chocolate morsels
1 teaspoon coconut oil

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, toast the peanuts over medium heat, shaking the pan, until fragrant and slightly darkened, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer the peanuts to a food processor and process until pulverized into a fine powder. Add the jaggery, ghee, cardamom and salt and process until the mixture reaches the texture of thick, chunky peanut butter, 1 to 2 minutes, scraping down the sides every so often. The mixture should easily form a ball if you squeeze it with your fist.
  • Scrape the mixture into a medium bowl. Tightly pack a tablespoon (about 15 grams) with the peanut laddoo mixture. Remove from the measuring spoon and give the peanut laddoo mixture a squeeze with your fist, then gently roll the mixture into a ball. (If the mixture seems sticky, you can grease your hands with ghee.) If your mixture is too crumbly, return it to the rest of the peanut mixture in the medium bowl and mix in an additional tablespoon (about 15 grams) of ghee. Try rolling again, adding more ghee as needed to help the mixture come together, then form into about 15 balls. Transfer all of the laddoos to a plate and freeze for 1 hour.
  • Add the chocolate and coconut oil to a microwavable bowl, and microwave in 15-second increments, stirring between each increment, until the chocolate is fully melted, 1 to 2 minutes. Alternatively, if you don't have a microwave, you can set up a bain-marie by bringing a small saucepan of water to a boil over high. Once it reaches a boil, lower the temperature to reduce it to a simmer and place a small heatproof bowl on top of the pot, making sure the bowl does not touch the water. Add the chocolate and coconut oil to the bowl and stir until melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the melted chocolate from the heat.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove the laddoos from the freezer; if any have flattened, roll them again into round balls. Insert a toothpick into each peanut laddoo and dip it into the chocolate, leaving about ⅓ of the laddoo exposed on top. Transfer each ball onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and remove the toothpick. If it's stuck, use another toothpick to push the laddoo off the inserted toothpick.
  • Transfer to the freezer until the chocolate is set, 10 to 20 minutes. Gently use your finger to smoothen the surface of the peanut laddoo to cover the toothpick holes. Serve chilled. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature butter. This will make it easier to cream together with the sugar and peanut butter, resulting in a smoother batter.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the balls tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before shaping. This will make it easier to handle and less likely to stick to your hands.
  • Use a small cookie scoop to shape the balls. This will help ensure that they are all the same size and shape.
  • Roll the balls in powdered sugar immediately after dipping them in chocolate. This will help the sugar adhere to the chocolate.
  • Store the balls in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Buckeye balls are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover chocolate and peanut butter. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these delicious treats that are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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