Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Oreo Cookie Balls featuring crushed Oreos and cream cheese rolled into bite-sized balls and coated in smooth melted chocolate. Perfect for parties, dessert tables, or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Oreo Mixture
- 1 package (14 oz) Oreo cookies
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
Chocolate Coating
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips or chocolate melting wafers
- Optional: Sprinkles, crushed Oreos, or white chocolate for decoration
Instructions
- Crush the Oreos: Place the entire package of Oreo cookies into a food processor and pulse until finely crushed into even crumbs. If you don’t have a food processor, place the cookies in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
- Mix with Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with the softened cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and smooth in consistency.
- Form the Balls: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll the Oreo mixture into small balls about the size of a tablespoon and place them on the baking sheet, making approximately 36 balls.
- Chill the Balls: Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour to firm up before coating.
- Melt the Chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips or wafers in a microwave-safe bowl by heating in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler over simmering water to melt.
- Dip the Oreo Balls: One at a time, dip the chilled Oreo balls into the melted chocolate, ensuring a full coating. Use a fork to lift them out and allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Decorate: Place the chocolate-coated balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Optionally, sprinkle with crushed Oreos, sprinkles, or drizzle with melted white chocolate before the coating sets.
- Set the Chocolate: Refrigerate again for 10-15 minutes to allow the chocolate coating to firm up.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the chocolate is set, the Oreo cookie balls are ready to serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Softened cream cheese helps achieve a smooth mixture; avoid overheating.
- Ensure Oreo balls are well chilled before dipping to prevent melting or breaking.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Store finished cookie balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Variations include using white chocolate coating or adding flavor extracts to cream cheese mixture.
