Buckeye Ball Candies

Prep: 15 min Cook: 5 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

Creamy peanut butter and crispy rice balls coated in smooth chocolate create a delightful treat perfect for parties, gifts, or satisfyingly sweet snacking.

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Ingredients

  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 box powdered sugar
  • 2 cups crunchy peanut butter
  • 3 cups Rice Krispies
  • 12 oz. package chocolate

Instructions

  1. Mix well the butter, powdered sugar, crunchy peanut butter, and Rice Krispies.
  2. Shape the mixture into small balls and place them on wax paper.
  3. Melt the chocolate over hot water or in the microwave until smooth.
  4. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate using a toothpick to coat completely.
  5. Place the coated balls onto wax paper to cool and set.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

563 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.1g 4% DV
Total Fat 35.1g 45% DV
Carbs 60.4g 22% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 41.3g 83% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 94.3mg 4% DV
Potassium 150mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 77mg 26% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 68mcg 8% DV
Calcium 15mg 1% DV
Iron 2.6mg 14% DV
Contains Milk Peanut

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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