Okay, so I saw these things called Buckeyes trending all over the place, and they looked pretty darn delicious. Chocolate and peanut butter? Yes, please! I decided to give them a try, and let me tell you, it was a bit of an adventure.
Getting Started
First, I went and gathered up all the ingredients. It wasn’t too crazy – just your usual suspects like butter, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and chocolate chips. I also grabbed some shortening because I’d heard it helps with the chocolate dipping, and you know I needed that picture-perfect finish.
Mixing Things Up
I started by creaming together the butter and peanut butter in a big bowl. I used my trusty hand mixer, which made the job a whole lot easier. Then, I gradually started adding in the powdered sugar, a little at a time. This part got a bit messy, with powdered sugar flying everywhere, but I persevered. The mixture started to come together and formed this thick, dough-like consistency. It took a bit of elbow grease, but I got it smooth.
Rolling, Rolling, Rolling
Next up, I rolled the peanut butter mixture into these little balls. I aimed for about an inch in diameter. I got my hands a little sticky, but it was all part of the fun. I lined up the balls on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper. They looked like a little army of peanut butter soldiers. Then they were chilled in the fridge for a while.
Chocolate Time
While the peanut butter balls were chilling, I got to work on the chocolate. I melted the chocolate chips and shortening in a double boiler. You can use a microwave, but I like the control of a double boiler, it makes less chance to burn the chocolate. I stirred it until it was all smooth and glossy. It looked and smelled divine.
The Dip
Now for the fun part – dipping! I took the chilled peanut butter balls and, using a toothpick, dipped each one into the melted chocolate. I left a little bit of the peanut butter showing at the top, which I think is the signature look for buckeyes. Then, I placed them back on the parchment paper to set.
The Finished Product
After what felt like an eternity (but was probably only about 30 minutes), the chocolate had hardened, and the buckeyes were ready to eat! I have to say, they looked pretty good, if I do say so myself. And the taste? Oh boy, they were delicious. The combination of sweet, creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate was a total winner.
So, that’s the story of my buckeye-making adventure. It was a bit messy, a little time-consuming, but totally worth it in the end. I’d definitely make these again, maybe even experiment with different types of chocolate or add some sprinkles on top. If you’re looking for a fun and tasty treat to make, give buckeyes a try. You won’t regret it!
- Peanut butter mixture: butter, peanut butter, powdered sugar.
- Chocolate coating: chocolate chips, shortening.
That’s it. You see, it is easy, and hope you can enjoy it.
