For your sweet celebration
In anticipation of a big Buckeye victory in tonight's National Championship game, we give you a recipe for yummy Buckeye candy.
1 c. (2 sticks) butter
5 1/4 c. confectioners' sugar
2 c. peanut butter
1 1/2 tbsp. vanilla
12 oz. chocolate bits
1/2 bar paraffin
Knead all together and shape into balls the size of walnuts. Melt the chocolate bits with the paraffin in the top of double boiler. Stick toothpicks into the balls and dip into chocolate so all of the ball is covered except top where toothpick is. This is what makes them look like buckeyes. Set on cookie sheet or wax paper in refrigerator until cold. Take off with a knife. Keep cool.
(Have a peanut allergy? We made a version of Buckeye Candy using Rice Krispie treats. Form them into balls and dip in chocolate. Looks as good as the real thing and tastes even better, in my opinion.)
Don't wanna make them? Order them at Marie's Candy . Price: $16.75 for a pound (30 to 35 pieces).
Come tomorrow, they'll make a great consolation prize for Gator fans.
-K.V.W
