This is candy does not require a candy thermometer or special equipment. Instead, they are sweet peanut butter balls dipped in dark chocolate for a decadent treat.
– Line 2 baking sheet pans with parchment paper
– Sift confectioner's sugar
– In a large mixer bowl, add peanut butter, vanilla extract, and softened butter and cream together.
– Slowly add confectioner's sugar mixing well between each addition.
– Use a cookie scoop to measure out the peanut butter mixture and roll it into a ball.
– Place a few cups of water in the bottom of the double boiler pan. Place the double boiler pan over medium-low heat, bring the water temperature to a simmer.
– Place a toothpick in the center of each peanut butter ball and dip into the melted chocolate. Leave a little of the peanut butter uncovered to form the Buckeye's signature look.
– Place the chocolate-dipped peanut butter balls on the parchment paper.
– Use a small spatula to fill the holes left by the toothpick.
– Return the Buckeye balls to the refrigerator.