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Buckeyes are a
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Buckeyes are a confection
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made from a peanut butter
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fudge
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partially dipped in chocolate
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to leave a circle of peanut butter visible. Buckeyes are similar to peanut butter balls (or peanut-butter-filled chocolate balls), which are completely covered in chocolate.
Named for their resemblance to the poisonous nut of the Ohio buckeye
''Aesculus glabra'', commonly known as Ohio buckeye,''Aesculus ...
tree, the state tree of Ohio
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, this candy is particularly popular in Ohio and neighboring states.
It is common for Ohioans to make buckeyes at home, but they are also available in mail-order catalogs and candy shops.
The dessert is not known prior to the 1960s or 1970s, originally being prepared by home cooks in their kitchens. One recipe included butter, crunchy or creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and chocolate chips. Peanut butter and butter are blended and powdered sugar is added gradually before it is rolled into small balls and dipped in melted chocolate.
See also
* Chocolate balls *Cuisine of the Midwestern United States
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* Peanut butter cup
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* List of peanut dishes
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