Almond Butter Buckeyes Recipes

ALMOND BUTTER BUCKEYES

Steps:

• Candies:.
• In large bowl, combine butter, almond butter, rum, almond extract and confectioners' sugar using electric mixer.
• Dough will be smooth and firm.
• Shape dough into 1-inch balls; place on parchment-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm; about 30 minutes.
• Coating:.
• Melt chocolate in shallow, microwave-safe dish.
• Heat 30 seconds; stir; then continue in 10-second intervals, stirring after each cook time.
• Chocolate should be melted and smooth.
• To dip balls, insert a toothpick about 1/2 inch into the ball, dip into melted chocolate leaving a small circle of dough visible at the top, and place on parchment paper to dry until chocolate is firm.
• Repeat with remaining candies.
• Store in airtight container for up to 3 days.

CHEWY ALMOND BUTTER COOKIES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Beat shortening, almond butter, brown sugar, and white sugar in a bowl until smooth. Combine hot water, baking soda, and salt together in another bowl; stir into almond butter mixture until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla extract; beat until blended. Gradually stir in flour until dough is just blended.
• Roll the dough into walnut-sized balls and place 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Press and flatten balls with a fork to create a crosshatch pattern.
• Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, 8 to 12 minutes.