BUCKEYE BALLS

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Provided by Beth Pierce

Time 27m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 c creamy peanut butter
1/2 c butter softened
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
3 c powdered sugar
8 oz semisweet chocolate chips
1 Tbsp coconut oil or shortening

Steps:

1. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer beat peanut butter, butter, vanilla and powdered sugar until it forms a fairly stiff dough. The dough should be stiff enough to roll into soft balls but not so stiff that it looks dry. If necessary add 1-2 more tablespoons powdered sugar.
2. Roll the dough into balls using about 1 rounded tablespoon per ball. Place on a parchment covered baking sheet with a little bit of space between each ball.
3. Place in the freezer uncovered for about 20-30 minutes. Take the balls out of the freezer and reroll into super smooth balls placing back on the parchment paper. Place a toothpick in the center of each ball and place back in the freezer for 10-15 minutes.
4. Add the chocolate chips and coconut oil to a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 30 second intervals stirring between each interval until the chocolate is melted.
5. Using the toothpick dip the frozen peanut butter balls into the chocolate going about 2/3's of the way up. Immediately dust with sprinkles and place on parchment paper to set. Remove the toothpick and use your finger to smooth over the toothpick hole.