Scary Eyeballs
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 50 min. + standing
YIELD: 40 pieces.
Kids will squeal with delight at the sight of these eyeball treats. But the peanut butter flavor is the best part! —Shannon Blatchley, Ludlow, Massachusetts
Ingredients
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1-1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
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12 ounces white candy coating, chopped
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1 tablespoon shortening
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40 milk chocolate M&M's, assorted colors
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Red decorating gel
Directions
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1.
In a small bowl, cream peanut butter and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Shape into 1-in. balls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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2.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt candy coating and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip peanut butter balls into coating; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper. Place M&M's, plain side up, on top. Let stand until set. Use red gel to create "bloodshot" eyes.
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