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Buckeyes

Estimated reading time: 8 minutes

Buckeyes are a classic, sweet, candy recipe with peanut butter and chocolate flavors. Make this delicious recipe for any holiday, as an edible gift, or just for a sweet snack anytime. (makes about 38 buckeyes)

Buckeyes

Buckeyes 

Hi Everyone, peanut butter and chocolate, it’s a known match made in heaven and it’s the 2 main ingredients in this Buckeyes recipe!

Buckeyes are a delicious, traditional, chocolate, peanut butter fudge candy truffle recipe popular in the Midwest, specifically Ohio.

Buckeyes

What do you make Buckeyes for?

I often see this recipe come up around Fall, Christmas or Easter time but you can really make it any time of the year, for any gathering or just when you are having a peanut butter-chocolate flavor craving! Don’t forget to share!

What kind of nut butter or peanut butter do you use for Buckeyes?

This recipe is best made with creamy, smooth peanut butter rather than the more natural-style peanut butter. It just seems to come out better, especially for rolling it into balls and keeping that shape together and then for dipping. 

I personally love all-natural style peanut butter but for this recipe, it’s best to stick to the smooth, creamy style peanut butter for that reason. 

You could try to use creamy-style almond, cashew, or other nut butter in place of the peanut butter in the same amount.

Why are Buckeyes called “Buckeyes”?

They are called Buckeyes because they resemble the nut from Ohio’s state tree (the Buckeye). To me, they also resemble deer eyes as a New Jerseyan, and as an original New Englander, they resemble Chestnuts.

I shot this Buckeyes recipe back on 12/18/2018 and am finally sharing the recipe on the blog, well, it’s about time!

Kitchen Tools for Making Buckeyes

I use a small (OXO brand) cookie scoop which is 2 teaspoons exactly for scooping the peanut butter balls in this recipe. It really helps in getting them all the same size!

In the recipe card, at the end of the post, I link (Amazon Affiliate links) to my favorite kitchen tools for making this Buckeyes recipe.

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Recipe Attribution

This Buckeyes recipe is inspired by my No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars, Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs recipes on the blog, and Buckeyes from Food Network.

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If you try this Buckeyes recipe and like it, please give the recipe a rating in the recipe card below and let us know in the comments at the end of the post.

 Thank you for reading and following along!

Buckeyes

Buckeyes

Yield: 38
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Chilling Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Buckeyes are a classic, sweet, candy recipe with peanut butter and chocolate flavors. Make this delicious recipe for any holiday, as an edible gift or just for a sweet snack anytime. 

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper, set aside.
  2. Make the Peanut Butter Balls: In a medium mixing bowl and using a handheld electric mixer on medium speed, combine the confectioner's sugar, peanut butter, unsalted butter, vanilla, and Kosher salt. Using a 2-teaspoon cookie scoop, scoop dough balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or until firm.Buckeyes
  3. To Make the Chocolate Dipping Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate and coconut oil (or the same amount of shortening). Microwave for 30-second intervals stirring in between (for a total time of about 2 minutes). The mixture should be completely melted and smooth when done.
  4. To Make the Buckeyes: Using a toothpick, stick it in the top of the chilled peanut butter balls, one at a time, dip into the melted chocolate, making sure to leave a circle of visible peanut butter balls surface at the top. Allow the excess to drip back into the melted chocolate bowl. Place the dipped peanut butter ball back on the baking sheet. Repeat with all the peanut butter balls. Chill the Buckeyes in the refrigerator until they are firm which is about 30 minutes. You can smooth out the hole left by the toothpick with your finger or an offset spatula by gently tapping or pressing it. You can serve these Buckeyes at room temperature or chilled. Enjoy!Buckeyes

Notes

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As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases. #CommissionsEarned #ad

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 38 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 124Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 48mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 1gSugar: 8gProtein: 2g

Please note that the Calculated Nutrition is an estimate at best.

Did you make this recipe?

Did you make this recipe? If you share it on social media tag us @lifeslittlesweets and hashtag it #lifeslittlesweets - Thank you in advance!

© Sara Maniez
Cuisine: American / Category: candy
Buckeyes

Buckeyes

Yield: 38
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Chilling Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Buckeyes are a classic, sweet, candy recipe with peanut butter and chocolate flavors. Make this delicious recipe for any holiday, as an edible gift or just for a sweet snack anytime. 

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper, set aside.
  2. Make the Peanut Butter Balls: In a medium mixing bowl and using a handheld electric mixer on medium speed, combine the confectioner's sugar, peanut butter, unsalted butter, vanilla, and Kosher salt. Using a 2-teaspoon cookie scoop, scoop dough balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or until firm.Buckeyes
  3. To Make the Chocolate Dipping Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate and coconut oil (or the same amount of shortening). Microwave for 30-second intervals stirring in between (for a total time of about 2 minutes). The mixture should be completely melted and smooth when done.
  4. To Make the Buckeyes: Using a toothpick, stick it in the top of the chilled peanut butter balls, one at a time, dip into the melted chocolate, making sure to leave a circle of visible peanut butter balls surface at the top. Allow the excess to drip back into the melted chocolate bowl. Place the dipped peanut butter ball back on the baking sheet. Repeat with all the peanut butter balls. Chill the Buckeyes in the refrigerator until they are firm which is about 30 minutes. You can smooth out the hole left by the toothpick with your finger or an offset spatula by gently tapping or pressing it. You can serve these Buckeyes at room temperature or chilled. Enjoy!Buckeyes

Notes

Recommended Products

As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases. #CommissionsEarned #ad

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 38 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 124Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 48mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 1gSugar: 8gProtein: 2g

Please note that the Calculated Nutrition is an estimate at best.

Did you make this recipe?

Did you make this recipe? If you share it on social media tag us @lifeslittlesweets and hashtag it #lifeslittlesweets - Thank you in advance!

© Sara Maniez
Cuisine: American / Category: candy

This post was published on 11/7/2021 and updated and republished on 3/19/2022 (new video).

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