Jif Buckeyes

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Using an electric mixer on low speed, blend until smooth and fully combined. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar, mixing until incorporated. Continue to add powdered sugar, a little at a time, until the mixture forms a dough that holds its shape when rolled into a ball and can stay on a toothpick. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Shape the peanut butter mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. (30 minutes +)

Recipe View 5 mins While the peanut butter balls are chilling, prepare the chocolate coating. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and vegetable shortening. Microwave on medium power in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 20 mins Remove the peanut butter balls from the refrigerator. Insert a toothpick into each ball. Dip approximately 3/4 of each ball into the melted chocolate, leaving a portion of the peanut butter exposed at the top to resemble a buckeye. (20 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Gently shake off any excess chocolate. Place the dipped buckeyes back onto the prepared baking sheet. Before the chocolate sets, carefully remove the toothpick and smooth over the small hole with your finger or a small offset spatula. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 20 mins Refrigerate the buckeyes until the chocolate is firm and set, about 15-20 minutes. (20 minutes)