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Nutella Buckeye Balls Recipe

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  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 30 buckeye balls
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Nutella Buckeye Balls are decadent no-bake treats combining the creamy richness of Nutella, peanut butter, and butter with a touch of vanilla and cocoa powder. Rolled into smooth balls and dipped in a luscious homemade chocolate coating made from almond bark and dark chocolate chips, these bite-sized sweets are perfect for parties or any chocolate lover’s craving. Finished with an optional sprinkle of flaky sea salt, they offer a delightful balance of sweet and salty flavors.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • ½ cup (150g) Nutella
  • ¼ cup (67g) creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups (339g) powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

Chocolate Coating

  • 8 oz chocolate almond bark
  • ½ cup (85g) dark chocolate chips

Garnish

  • Flake sea salt, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine base ingredients: Add Nutella, peanut butter, and softened butter to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until well combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure even mixing.
  2. Add vanilla and dry ingredients: Pour in the vanilla extract, then gradually add powdered sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder little by little with the mixer on low speed. This prevents a mess and helps incorporate the dry ingredients thoroughly.
  3. Form dough: Continue mixing until a dry dough forms that holds together when rolled into a ball. If the dough feels crumbly or doesn’t stick together well, add 1 tablespoon of water and mix again until it reaches the right consistency.
  4. Shape buckeye balls: Scoop out 1-inch portions of the dough and roll them into smooth balls. Arrange the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour or in the freezer for 20 minutes to firm up before dipping.
  5. Melt chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate almond bark together with dark chocolate chips, stirring every 30 seconds to avoid burning. It typically takes about 2 minutes depending on microwave strength. Stir until smooth.
  6. Dip and set: Insert a toothpick into the center of each buckeye ball, then dip halfway into the melted chocolate coating. Place dipped buckeyes back on the baking sheet. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes until the chocolate is fully set.
  7. Garnish and store: Optionally sprinkle the buckeyes with flaky sea salt for a pleasant flavor contrast. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Notes

  • The combination of chocolate almond bark and dark chocolate chips creates a smooth, shiny chocolate coating with rich flavor and ideal texture for dipping.
  • If dough is too dry, adding a tablespoon of water helps bind it without altering flavor.
  • Using toothpicks for dipping keeps your hands clean and gives a classic buckeye shape with a chocolate-covered bottom half and exposed peanut butter top half.
  • Flaky sea salt garnish enhances the sweet and chocolate flavors with a subtle salty crunch.
  • These buckeyes are best stored in the refrigerator and consumed within four days for optimal freshness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 buckeye ball
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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