Linda's Bloodshot Eyeballs

Ingredients

• 2 cups confectioners' sugar, divided
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 3 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1/2 lb white candy coating
• 24 brown Reese's pieces or brown M&M's

Icing

• 1 tablespoon water
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
• confectioners' sugar, to right consistency for piping

Directions

1. 1

   In a small mixing bowl, combine the confectioners sugar, peanut butter, and butter.

2. 2

   Shape into 1" balls, and place on a waxed paper lined pan.

3. 3

   Chill for 30 minutes, or until firm.

4. 4

   In a microwave, melt white candy coating. Stir until smooth.

5. 5

   Dip balls in coating, and place on waxed paper.

6. 6

   Immediately press one Reese's Pieces or M&M candy on top of each eyeball for pupils. Let stand for 30 minutes, or until set.

7. 7

   In a small bowl combine water, food coloring, and confectioners sugar. Mix well.

8. 8

   Transfer to a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag.

9. 9

   Cut a small whole in a corner of the bag.

10. 10

    Pipe wavy lines downward from the candy, creating the look of bloodshot eyes.

11. 11

    Store eye balls in an airtight container.