Should you keep buckeyes in the fridge?

Storage Tips Make sure your buckeyes stay fresh for as long as possible! The buckeyes should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them nice and fresh . Stored in this way, they will keep for about 1 month (although good luck keeping them that long without eating them all, ha!).

What are buckeyes made of?

Buckeyes are peanut butter fudge balls dipped in chocolate . Unlike classic peanut butter balls, a circle of peanut butter is left visible. The finished product resembles the nut that grows on the Ohio buckeye tree.

How to keep buckeyes from sweating?

SHORTENING added to the chocolate is the big secret ingredient for buckeyes. This helps stabilize the chocolate so that it dips nicely, and helps prevent the chocolate from weeping and sweating once it's hardened.

Do buckeyes like sun or shade?

Culture: Red buckeye can be grown in shade or full sun , although its growth is shrubby and open in shade. It does well in all soil textures, and prefers a moist, well-drained soil that is slightly alkaline to acidic. It grows best in good, rich soil.

What is the toxicity of buckeyes?

Poisonous Plant: All parts of the plant (leaves, bark, fruit) are highly toxic if ingested – because of the glycoside aesculin, the saponin aescin, and possibly alkaloids. Symptoms are muscle weakness and paralysis, dilated pupils, vomiting, diarrhea, depression, paralysis, and stupor.

What animal can eat buckeyes?

While gray squirrels and other animals do eat buckeyes, it is never a preferred food. In fact, both the seeds and tender young leaves of the plant are said to be poisonous to humans and livestock alike. Humans have long made use of the red buckeye. Native Americans were known to crush buckeye branches to catch fish.

Are buckeyes medicinal?

There are many different methods for processing and cooking buckeye seeds for food, depending upon the tribe. The seeds have medicinal properties and were cut into pieces, mixed with water, and made into suppositories for hemorrhoids by the Costanoan and Kawaiisu.

How to store buckeye nuts?

Storing Nuts SUMMARY OF TEST STORAGE BEST RESULTS: Buckeye: Freezing. ... Butternut: In husk, air dry, single layer, indoors at room temperature. Chestnut, Chinese: Refrigerate in mesh bag or breathable plastic clamshell container. ... Hickory, Bitternut: In husk, air dry, single layer, indoors at room temperature. More items...

Do peanut butters need to be refrigerated?

Although it doesn't need to be refrigerated , cold temperatures ensure it lasts longer. If you prefer not to refrigerate your peanut butter, aim to keep it in a cool, dark place, such as the pantry. It's also important to always close the jar of peanut butter tightly.

What are you supposed to do with buckeyes?

Removing the shell and roasting the nut neutralizes its harmful tannic acid content and makes for a protein-packed snack . If not prepared properly though, buckeye nuts are toxic to humans, causing symptoms including weakness, diarrhea, vomiting, paralysis, and death.

Why do people keep buckeyes?

During September, buckeyes, which are large, shiny brown seeds, can be found underneath Aesculus trees. According to legend, carrying a pocketful of buckeyes brings good luck . Early Native Americans called these seeds buckeyes for their resemblance to the eyes of male deer, known as bucks.

Best ever Paleo Buckeyes recipe! Totally amazing! (2024)

Published Dec 22, 2015 · By Anna Chesley · 23 Comments

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Looking for an amazing (and easy!) Paleo Buckeyes recipe? This one covers all the bases! It's easy, healthy, and even tastier than the "real" versions we all grew up with. This is our family's hands-down favorite paleo Christmas cookie!

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I have an aunt who is an absolute goddess of all things baking. We're not kin by blood, but I swear - whatever baking knack I might have probably came from her.

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As a kid, one of the highlights of the Christmas season for me, was the much-anticipated yearly platter of cookies that she'd bake up. It was always a different assortment of various heavenly treats. But I think I was about 5 when I started praying that each year's platter would contain her famous buckeyes. Even then, I think I knew this probably bordered on heresy. But cookies are cookies.

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I'll never be so brash as to claim any buckeye of mine could withstand a showdown with those mythic orbs from my youth. But these are awfully darn good. And of course, they're paleo. So they're peanut-free, grain-free, and sweetened with honey. And they're still darn good.

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There's a lot of variation in size, when it comes to buckeyes. I've seen people make these things golf-ball sized or larger. But personally, I like to err on the petite side. I think it maximizes the perfect ratio of dark chocolate to buttery goodness.

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Speaking of butter, I call for cashew butter in the recipe, because I think it's pretty hard to beat for taste and texture. Unless (oh, baby!) you feel like splurging on some good raw macadamia nut butter. Now there's a sumptuous holiday treat! But if cashew's not your thing, and macadamia is too pricey, then good old almond butter works absolutely fine.

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Best-Ever Paleo Buckeyes Recipe

This easy-but-decadent Paleo Buckeyes recipe covers all the bases! It's quick to make and even tastier than the "real" versions - hands-down our family's favorite paleo Christmas cookie!

4.95 from 20 votes

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: christmas cookies, paleo recipes

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

chilling time plus time to fully set: 40 minutes minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes minutes

Servings: 36

Calories: 80kcal

Author: Anna Chesley

Equipment

baking sheet
parchment paper
toothpick or skewer
spoon

Ingredients

1 cup cashew butter
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons coconut flour
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons golden flax meal
6 ounces good dark chocolate

Instructions

Cream together cashew butter, honey, coconut flour, and flaxseed meal.
Roll mixture into 1" balls, and refrigerate at least 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
Melt chocolate over a double-boiler, then allow to cool a bit. For a nice thick coating, I like to wait until it's cool enough to comfortably dip a finger into - about 95 degrees, if you want to get really specific.
Using a toothpick or skewer, dip refrigerated balls of butter mixture into chocolate, coating all but a small circle. Place on lined baking sheet, being careful not to allow candies to touch.
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Chill until set - about 30 minutes. In theory, the powers-that-be declare that candies of this nature will store nicely for at least three days in the fridge. We have yet to test the veracity of this.

Nutrition Facts

Best-Ever Paleo Buckeyes Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 80Calories from Fat 45

% Daily Value*

Fat 5g8%

Saturated Fat 2g10%

Cholesterol 1mg0%

Sodium 7mg0%

Potassium 44mg1%

Carbohydrates 8g3%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 5g6%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 11IU0%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 10mg1%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Anna Chesley is a freelance writer living a homestead lifestyle, with a special love for family travel, old books, vintage skills, and seaside living. In addition to founding Salt In My Coffee, she runs the website, New England Family Life, as well as The 1800's Housewife, a website devoted to re-creating authentic 1800's recipes.

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Patience Goodman says
January 02, 2024 at 12:43 pm

OK, so I only gave this a 4 out of 5 stars! But it go's to a 10 for me with a couple of small tweaks.
One is both my aunt and I defiantly loved it better with Almond butter.
Two is that the consistency seemed to be off a little. So, I added 1 extra tablespoons of coconut flour and flax meal. This meant that when I put it all in my mixer, it no longer would stick to the mixing paddle.
Lastly after making these 3 times within 4 days. Yes, 4 days! I also found that if you put the mix in to a bag and then I refrigerated it before making it in to balls. That it seem to work better!
I hope this info is helpful!
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Jenna says
December 31, 2018 at 10:48 pm

Amazing!!! sprinkled with coconut sugar. ❤️
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Katie Walsh Beck says
August 27, 2018 at 7:27 am
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How awesome to turn these paleo! Something everyone can enjoy! These have always been on my kids' list of favorite treats!
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Anne says
August 26, 2018 at 11:41 am

My mother used to make buckeyes when I was a kid. Thanks for sharing a healthier version of an old favorite!
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Christina Shoemaker says
August 26, 2018 at 10:46 am

Oh my what a yummy recipe that's clearly a crowd pleaser!! I really love that you used cashew butter!
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ChihYu Smith says
August 25, 2018 at 10:58 pm

They are so adorable! I love that it's healthy and delicious too!
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Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says
August 25, 2018 at 8:06 pm

Buckeyes are THE best!!! My whole family loves them. I've never made them with cashew butter, can't wait to try this version.
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Carol Little R.H. @studiobotanica says
August 24, 2018 at 11:05 pm

I've never ever heard of buckeyes but do I ever want to make these at Christmas time. I've pinned and will make for sure! THanks for the great recipe idea!
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Lindsey Dietz says
August 24, 2018 at 1:15 pm

My best friend's husband is from Ohio, so I'm all too familiar with buckeyes! But I love your version so much better!
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Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says
August 24, 2018 at 7:01 am

OMG this was always my favorite Christmas treat. So many memories! I am so making these lovelies for my kiddos!
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Raia Todd says
August 23, 2018 at 3:51 pm

I definitely need these in my life. Haha! They look amazing!
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Megan Stevens says
August 23, 2018 at 2:42 pm

These look classic! I'd love to make them with macadamia nut butter!! Yummy!
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Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says
August 23, 2018 at 2:21 pm

Cashew butter is my go-to replacement for peanut butter too, I just love it's buttery flavor! These look so good and incredibly decadent!
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Jean says
August 20, 2018 at 10:36 pm

I absolutely love buckeyes and I can't believe these are Paleo! Such a delicious looking treat.
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- Anna says
  August 22, 2018 at 1:15 pm
  Thanks for the kind words Jean! It's hard to believe they're Paleo when you're eating them, too! ; )
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linda spiker says
August 20, 2018 at 7:56 pm

What a fun dessert! Love your paleo spin!
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Joni Gomes says
August 20, 2018 at 5:38 pm

I love this recipe! cashew butter is so delicious and with chocolate..it's a winner!
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Renee Kohley says
August 20, 2018 at 5:30 pm

Such a fun use of cashew butter! I grew up eating buckeyes and missed them when I gave up processed sugar. These look just like what I grew up eating!
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Tessa Simpson says
August 20, 2018 at 5:01 pm

OOO yum!! Add some collagen and you could call them health food, right??!! Cashew butter is our FAV!! Just made a big batch!
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April J Harris says
October 27, 2016 at 1:42 pm
I love family recipes and I love how you have made this one healthier! Your Buckeyes look wonderful. Sharing on the Hearth and Soul Facebook page!
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- Anna says
  October 27, 2016 at 1:55 pm
  April, thank you so much! LOVE your Hearth and Soul linky party, by the way!
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  - April J Harris says
    October 31, 2016 at 11:12 am
    Thank you, Anna 🙂 Hope to see you again this week! The party starts in just a few hours!
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    - Anna says
      October 31, 2016 at 1:24 pm
      I will be there with bells on! = )
      Reply

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