OREO Cookie Balls
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OREO Cookie Balls are an easy no bake truffle that tastes just like an OREO cheesecake in a 2-bite treat. They are a classic Christmas exchange treat or an easy treat to make with the kids anytime (especially as a thoughtful gift kids can proudly give).
OREO Cookie Balls Recipe
These tasty treats are a classic no-bake recipe that we’ve made over and over again in our home – from the standard version to fancier iterations like our Snowmen OREO Balls or Christmas Tree truffles.
OREO Cookie Balls are made with just 3 ingredients (4 if you count the white chocolate drizzle). Sweet OREO cookies, tangy cream cheese and creamy milk chocolate coating combine to make a luscious, tangy and sweet truffle that is absolutely irresistible and makes a great homemade gift that your recipient will savor.
You can prep these ahead of a special occasion and freeze them to save time, especially during the busy holiday season.
I made today’s OREO cookie truffles with my daughter so they are pretty simple with just a drizzle of white chocolate to decorate, but you can make them fancy with different decorations. (Check out our suggested variations below – including links to other fancier OREO balls that I’ve made throughout the years.)
I include several suggestions for variations below and tips on how to expertly execute this recipe, but the biggest “trick” with these recipes is being able to coat the OREO balls in chocolate without making a mess and allowing the chocolate coating to look great. Using chocolate dipping tools are a great way to expertly execute the chocolate dipping process.
We often just use a fork, but that’s always hit or miss. Some people prefer a toothpick, however I find that method a bit tricky as sometimes the truffle doesn’t come off the toothpick easily and then you have to use a second toothpick to help maneuver the truffle off of the first toothpick to avoid leaving fingerprints on the chocolate.
OREO Cookie Ball Variations:
- Shape the OREO Cookie Balls using a mold, as we did with our Frozen OREO Truffles, OREO Christmas Trees, etc.
- Stack the OREO balls and turn them into OREO Snowmen
- Use different flavors of OREOs
- Sprinkle the finished OREO balls with crushed peppermints for a mint chocolate treat (this is perfect if using Mint OREOs)
- Use almond bark instead of melted chocolate
- Use any type of excess cookies to make a cookie truffle, like we did with our sugar cookie truffles
- Swap 4oz of the cream cheese for creamy peanut butter for a chocolate peanut butter treat
- Add sprinkles or chopped nuts as a garnish (you can also add them to the truffle mixture, if desired)
- Place a maraschino cherry in the centre for a sweet surprise
OREO Cookie Balls Tips:
- Dipping tools will make this recipe incredibly easy.
- Ensure your cream cheese is softened at room temperature to ensure it blends easily with the OREOs
- Use a food processor or blender to crush the OREOs for the smoothest possible texture
- Chill the OREO truffles before dipping in the chocolate to prevent them from falling apart while dipping
- Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly before dipping so they don’t shock the OREO truffles (allow to sit for about 2-3 minutes)
- Work in batches (don’t try to dip all of the truffles at once)
- If using sprinkles to garnish the truffles, do so within a couple minutes of dipping in chocolate so the garnishes stick
- Use regular OREOs (not thins or double stuff) for the best truffle consistency
- If your chocolate is too thick, it may need a brief 10 second reheating, or you can incorporate a teaspoon of coconut oil or shortening to help loosen it up
How to Store OREO Cookie Balls: Because of the cream cheese, these OREO balls should be kept in the fridge if not serving within a day of making them. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.
How to Freeze OREO Cookie Balls: Store in a ziptop freezer bag or your favorite freezer containers for up to 2 months. (This set of freezer containers is a crazy bargain.) Use parchment or wax paper to separate layers of the truffles to prevent them from sticking.
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OREO Cookie Balls Ingredients
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Tip: add sprinkles, crushed nuts or additional garnishes as desired – check out our list of variations above for some ideas.
Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Mixing Bowl
- Food Processor
- Microwave-safe Bowls
- Fork or Dipping Tools
How to Make OREO Cookie Balls
Blend OREOs in food processor until crushed into a fine, consistent crumb.
Add cream cheese and mix. (You can do this in a ball or in the food processor.)
Shape the truffle mixture into 1 Tablespoon-sized balls.
Place the OREO truffles on a tray or in a container and freeze about 1 hour.
Melt dark chocolate, either using a double boiler or heating in the microwave in 30 second increments, stirring and reheating as needed.
Dip the OREO truffles in the melted chocolate, coating them completely.
Transfer to a cookie sheet or tray to set.
Melt white chocolate. Drizzle it over the chocolate-coated OREO balls.
Allow to set, or refrigerate for 20 minutes to speed up the chocolate hardening.
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OREO Cookie Balls
Ingredients
- 36 OREOs, 400g
- 8-12oz cream cheese, to taste, 340g
- 2 cups dark chocolate, 300g
- 1 cup white chocolate, 150g
Instructions
- Blend OREOs in food processor until crushed into a fine, consistent crumb.
- Add cream cheese and mix. (You can do this in a ball or in the food processor.)
- Shape the truffle mixture into 1 Tablespoon-sized balls.
- Place the OREO truffles on a tray or in a container and freeze about 1 hour.
- Melt dark chocolate, either using a double boiler or heating in the microwave in 30 second increments, stirring and reheating as needed.
- Dip the OREO truffles in the melted chocolate, coating them completely.
- Transfer to a cookie sheet or tray to set.
- Melt white chocolate. Drizzle it over the chocolate-coated OREO balls.
- Allow to set, or refrigerate for 20 minutes to speed up the chocolate hardening.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
30Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 448Total Fat: 101gSaturated Fat: 32gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 64gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 1905mgCarbohydrates: 351gFiber: 15gSugar: 203gProtein: 26g
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I hope your family loves these no-bake OREO Cookie Balls as much as mine does!
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Oreo Cookie Balls are delicious, bite-sized treats made with crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and chocolate coating, perfect for any occasion.
Melt dark chocolate, either using a double boiler or heating in the microwave in 30 second increments, stirring and reheating as needed.
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