Buckeyes Some Like Em Cold and Without Wax
Indulge your sweet tooth with "Buckeyes Some Like Em Cold and Without Wax," a no-bake dessert that brings a delicious twist to a classic treat. These creamy peanut butter balls, perfectly balanced with the richness of semisweet chocolate, are enhanced with a touch of vanilla and the smooth texture of coconut oil. Made without the use of paraffin wax, these buckeyes are fuss-free yet irresistibly indulgent. With only 30 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this recipe is a quick, crowd-pleasing option for parties or holiday gatherings. Best served chilled, these bite-sized delights are easy to make ahead and can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers alike, these buckeyes are an elegant and simple dessert you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 cups Semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil (or shortening)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Gradually mix in the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time until the mixture forms a dough that is no longer sticky but still malleable.
Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. You should have roughly 24 balls.
Chill the peanut butter balls in the freezer for 20–30 minutes or until firm.
Melt the semisweet chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth. Alternatively, melt the chocolate using a double boiler.
Using a toothpick, dip each chilled peanut butter ball into the melted chocolate, leaving a small circle of the peanut butter exposed at the top to resemble a 'buckeye.'
Place the chocolate-coated balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Smooth over the toothpick hole if desired using your fingertip.
Refrigerate the buckeyes for at least 1 hour or until the chocolate has fully set.
Serve chilled and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5943 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 322.5 g | 413% | |
| Saturated Fat | 154.2 g | 771% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1054 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 759.5 g | 276% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.8 g | 167% | |
| Total Sugars | 689.5 g | ||
| Protein | 91.7 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 485 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 3111 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
