Butterscotch "Buckeyes"

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   Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; set aside.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter, butter, vanilla, and confectioners' sugar with hands to form a smooth stiff dough. Shape into balls using 2 teaspoons of dough for each ball.

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   Place on prepared pan, and refrigerate hours or freeze 1 hour until firm.

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   In a double boiler over medium heat, melt the chocolate and shortening. Whisk together until smooth.

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   Remove balls from refrigerator or freezer. Insert a wooden toothpick into a ball, and dip into melted chocolate.

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   Return to wax paper, chocolate side down, and remove toothpick. Repeat with remaining balls. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.

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