Buckeyed Balls

Prep: 30 min Cuisine: American

Buckeyed Balls are indulgent peanut butter confections coated in rich chocolate, perfect for parties or as a sweet treat for peanut butter lovers.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup lightly salted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 16 ounces confectioners sugar
  • 6 ounces chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons boiled Crisco

Instructions

  1. Mix peanut butter, butter, vanilla, and confectioners sugar together until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a cookie sheet.
  3. Put the cookie sheet in the refrigerator to chill.
  4. Melt chocolate and Crisco in a double boiler until smooth.
  5. Dip each peanut butter ball halfway into the melted chocolate and place back on the cookie sheet to set.
  6. Store in a cool place.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

678 kcal 34% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.3g 15% DV
Total Fat 45.3g 58% DV
Carbs 48.8g 18% DV
Fiber 3.8g 13% DV
Sugar 41.7g 83% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 130.3mg 6% DV
Potassium 363.5mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 77mg 26% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.5mcg
Calcium 28.3mg 2% DV
Iron 2.5mg 14% DV

* % 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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