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Nilla Wafer Buckeyes

Nilla Wafer Buckeyes are a no-bake treat featuring rich, creamy peanut butter filling sandwiched between crisp vanilla wafers and dipped in chocolate for the perfect sweet-and-salty bite!
Prep Time28 minutes
chill time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: nilla wafer buckeye bites, nilla wafer buckeye sandwiches, nilla wafer buckeyes
Servings: 25 cookies

Ingredients

  • 50 Nilla Wafers
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup softened butter 4 tbsp
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  • Space out half of your Nilla Wafers, flat side up, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, then set aside.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
  • Roll the peanut butter filling into balls roughly 1 tbsp in size, then place one ball on top of each Nilla Wafer. Sandwich with another Nilla Wafer, then set aside.
  • In a microwave safe bowl, combine chocolate chips with vegetable oil. Microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
  • Dip each cookie sandwich halfway into the melted chocolate, then return to your prepared baking sheet. Transfer to the fridge to let the chocolate set before enjoying!