Buckeyes

Buckeyes refer to the seeds of the Ohio buckeye tree (Aesculus glabra), which are typically round and have a glossy brown appearance with a lighter colored spot, resembling the eye of a deer. The term is also commonly associated with Ohio State University, where the “Buckeyes” is the nickname for the university’s athletic teams. Additionally, “Buckeye” is used to describe the residents of Ohio. In a culinary context, Buckeye can refer to a popular candy made from a mixture of peanut butter and confectionery chocolate, shaped to resemble the buckeye seed.