Scary Eyeballs

Kids present shrive with delectation at the grasp of these look treats. But the shaver butter tang is the optimal part! -Shannon Blatchley, Ludlow, Colony

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
• 12 ounces white candy coating, chopped
• 1 tablespoon shortening
• 40 milk chocolate M&M's, assorted colors
• Red decorating gel

Directions

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.
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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