Buckeye-Style Peanut Butter Turtles

It really doesn't get any better than a buckeye-inspired dessert recipe. Or does it? Because these chocolate covered peanut butter bites have a salty, nutty, gooey turtle topping, making this classic chocolate treat even better. Peanut butter turtles are simple to make, but are guaranteed to disappear fast!

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Step 1

In a large bowl mix together peanut butter, butter, vanilla extract, brown sugar, and powdered sugar using a hand held mixer or stand mixer until smooth.

Step 2

Scoop out a tablespoon and roll into a smooth 1" ball. Arrange the balls on a wax paper-lined baking sheet. Place in baking sheet in freezer for 15 minutes once all the dough has been shaped.

Step 3

In a microwave safe bowl place chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave on high for 30 seconds - 1 minute until melted and smooth, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Spear a toothpick into the top of each frozen peanut butter ball and holding the toothpick, dip each ball into the melted chocolate about halfway up. Set dipped peanut butter ball back on the wax-paper lined baking sheet, removing the toothpick. Once all the peanut butter balls have been dipped, set aside.

Step 5

Place unwrapped caramel squares and milk into another microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until caramels are melted and smooth, stirring occasionally. Add the chopped pecans and stir to combine.

Step 6

Spoon a small amount of turtle topping on each peanut butter ball. Sprinkle immediately with optional sea salt. Put baking sheet in refrigerator for 5-10 minutes to set chocolate and caramel. Store at room temperature in an airtight container.

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