Homemade Buckeyes

I don't know about you, but I LOVE buckeyes. What's not to love about sugared peanut butter dipped in chocolatey goodness?

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These above are NOT mine because mine didn't look as pretty as those, but they sure were a hit with the husband and my siblings. 

I grew up making buckeyes with my mom around the holidays, who learned it from her grandma. I love hearing back stories behind food and traditions. So once that chill of winter started coming in, what better way to celebrate than with some rich, comfort food!

I got this easy recipe from allrecipes.com 

Ingredients you will need to make this:

-1/2 c butter, melted

-1 pound confectioners' sugar

-1 1/2 cups peanut butter

-1 teaspoon vanilla extract

-2 cups semisweet chocolate chips (I used milk chocolate :))

-1 tablespoon shortening

Directions

1. 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.
2. 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!

What's awesome about these is you make a bunch- bring them to a party, share them with friends, or keep in a little jar for the holidays!! What are some of your holiday traditions? Comment below!!

Xoxo,

Emmaline