Buckeye candy is a confection made from peanut butter fudge partially dipped in chocolate to leave a circle of peanut butter visible). Buckeyes are similar to peanut butter balls, which are completely covered in chocolate). They are named for their resemblance to the poisonous nut of the Ohio buckeye tree, the state tree of Ohio, and are particularly popular in Ohio and neighboring states). Buckeyes are easy to make and require only a handful of ingredients, including peanut butter, butter, powdered sugar, and chocolate chips). The peanut butter and butter are blended, powdered sugar is added gradually, and the mixture is rolled into small balls and dipped in melted chocolate). Buckeyes are among the easiest candies to make and require no oven, stovetop, or candy thermometer. They are sweet, but not too sweet, and have a rich and creamy center that is reminiscent of peanut butter fudge or a toned-down peanut butter frosting. Buckeyes are perfect for the holidays and are a crowd favorite.