These Oreo cookie truffles are the most delicious bite-sized treat. They come together with just three ingredients and can be customized for any season.
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These Mint Oreo Balls are a must-try treat perfect for special occasions and they are easy enough for every day.
Just three ingredients are all you need to transform the classic Oreo cookie into a truffle-like indulgence.
Oreo cookie crumbs are blended with cream cheese, formed into balls, then dipped in chocolate to create a delicious morsel fit for any chocolate lover.
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Why you will love these
- Fun, no-bake treat
- Just 3 ingredients
- Make ahead. Form Oreo balls one day, dip them in chocolate the next. Finished balls keep well in the refrigerator for 2 weeks.
- Change the flavor with different Oreos.
- Decorate with seasonal sprinkles or colored candy melts.
Ingredient notes
- Mint Oreos give this recipe a St. Patrick's Day vibe. Classic, golden, and peanut butter varieties are also great options. Avoid the double-stuffed Oreos. The extra filling will affect the consistency. This recipe uses a 20-ounce package - or 40 cookies.
- Cream cheese - Use block-style cream cheese, not the softer, spreadable variety that comes in the tub.
- Chocolate - I prefer using Ghirardelli candy melts. They melt easily with a smooth consistency which makes them ideal for dipping and coating. Good-quality baking bars can also be used. Avoid chocolate chips since they contain additives that affect how they melt.
Step-by-step instructions
See the recipe card for complete instructions and ingredient amounts.
- Add the cookies to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the cookies resemble crumbs.
- Add the cream cheese and blend until it is evenly incorporated with the crumbs.
- Using a tablespoon cookie scoop, portion the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roll the dough into balls. If the dough is tacky, refrigerate for 30-60 minutes before rolling it into balls. Freeze the balls for 30 minutes until firm.
- Place the melting wafers in a glass (microwave-safe) bowl.
- Heat in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring in between each interval, until fully melted and smooth.
- Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each ball into the chocolate to coat. Tap the fork on the side of the bowl to allow the excess chocolate to drip off. Transfer the ball to a parchment-lined baking sheet, using a toothpick to slide the Oreo ball off of the fork.
- If decorating with sprinkles, add quickly before the chocolate sets. If using a contrasting colored candy melt, allow the chocolate to set before drizzling with melted chocolate.
Expert Tips
- Soften the cream cheese to room temperature so it blends smoothly with the cookie crumbs.
- If the dough is tacky, refrigerate the portioned dough for 30-60 minutes before rolling it into balls. The amount of time will depend on how soft the cream cheese is or how warm it is in your kitchen.
- Freeze the dough balls for 15-30 minutes right before dipping them in chocolate. I find it is much easier to dip the balls when they are very firm.
- If the cookie balls are falling apart, you may have used too many cookies or not enough cream cheese.
- To make ahead, portion the cookie mixture into balls, cover, and refrigerate for up to one day before coating them with chocolate.
- To add seasonal color, use Wilton candy melts for dipping.
Storing
- Since these balls are made with cream cheese, it is best to store them in the refrigerator. They keep well in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- These balls can be frozen for up to 2 months. Store in an airtight, freezer-safe container or plastic bag.
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📖 Recipe Card
Mint Oreo Balls [Three Ingredients]
Ingredients
- 40 mint Oreo cookies (20-ounce package)
- 8 ounces block-style cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 10 ounces dark chocolate melting wafers
- 10 ounces white chocolate melting wafers
- sprinkles or extra melting chocolate (for decorating)
Instructions
- In the bowl of a large food processor, add the cookies and pulse into crumbs.
- Add the softened cream cheese and blend until fully incorporated.
- Using a tablespoon-sized cookie scoop, portion the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roll the mixture into balls. If the mixture is tacky, refrigerate for 30-60 minutes until firm enough to roll. The amount of time will depend on how soft the cream cheese is and how warm it is in your kitchen.
- Place the sheet pan in the freezer for 15-30 minutes. TIP: It's much easier to dip the balls in chocolate when they are firm.
- Add the dark chocolate melting wafers to a glass, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring after each interval, until fully melted and smooth.
- Using a fork or dipping tool, dip a cookie ball into the chocolate and tap the fork on the side of the bowl to allow the excess chocolate to drip off. Transfer the ball to the parchment-lined pan, using a toothpick to slide the ball off of the fork. Repeat with half of the cookie balls.
- Repeat this process using the white melting wafers to coat the other half of the cookie balls.
- To decorate, drizzle white chocolate on the dark chocolate-coated balls and dark chocolate on the white balls. Alternatively, decorate with colored candy melts.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Notes
- If the cookie balls are falling apart, you may have used too many cookies or not enough cream cheese.
- To make ahead, portion the cookie mixture into balls, cover, and refrigerate for up to one day before coating them with chocolate.
- To add seasonal color, use Wilton candy melts for dipping.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate and will vary depending on the exact amounts and specific ingredients used.
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