Chestnuts
Description
Chestnuts are a favorite treat among Ohio residents. These sweets are made from peanut butter and are shaped like chestnuts, which is why they were named after them.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Mix peanut butter, butter, and vanilla extract together using a mixer at medium speed. Gradually add powdered sugar until the mixture forms a moldable dough. Add an additional ½ cup of sugar if necessary. Remove the dough from the mixer.
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Step 2
2. Using a teaspoon, shape peanut dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet. Roll them into smooth balls with your hands, about 3 cm in diameter. Insert a toothpick into each ball to serve as a handle when dipping the balls into chocolate. Chill the balls for 20 minutes.
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Step 3
3. Melt the chocolate. Holding each ball with a toothpick, dip it into the chocolate. The top of the ball should not be covered with chocolate. Place on a baking sheet. Remove the toothpicks, smooth the surface so that the puncture marks are not visible.
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Step 4
4. Let the chocolate set. Store at room temperature in an airtight container.