oreo cookie balls
Oh wow, do I have a treat for you guys today!
This, hands down, the best dessert I have made for this blog. In our house, we fought for the last couple cookie balls. It even solves my annual dilemma of which Christmas treat to give out. There’s some stiff competition. I’m always looking for something universally enjoyable, yet unique.
I’ve got my winner right here. The basic ingredients are: OREO Cookies, cream cheese, & Baker’s chocolate.
INGREDIENTS FOR OREO COOKIE TRUFFLES:
- 1 pkg (8 oz.) brick cream cheese, softened
- 36 Oreo Cookies, finely crushed (about 3 cups), “golden” flavor
- 4 pkg. (4 oz. each) semi-sweet baking chocolate, melted
- Optional ingredients: ½ teaspoon nutmeg, 1 Tablespoon cinnamon, 1 cup chopped pecans
HOW TO MAKE OREO COOKIE TRUFFLES:
- Mix cream cheese and cookie crumbs until blended.
- Shape into 48 (1-inch) balls. Freeze 10 min. Dip balls in melted chocolate; place in single layer in shallow waxed paper-lined pan.
- Customize it with your own ingredient additions.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.
Crumble-up the cookies, add the cream cheese, and when it all sticks together–you’re good. Next, I folded in the spices and pecans. Toast the nuts if you’re feeling fancy. Roll it all into 1″ balls & pop them in the freezer for 10 minutes to make the next part easy-peasy.
HANDY TOOLS TO MAKE THESE OREO TRUFFLES SO EASILY:
- glass nesting bowls – microwave safe, 10 sizes
- silicone spatula – heat proof, dishwasher safe, multiple sizes
Then, my favorite part of all…..
Yummmmm. The semi-sweet Baker’s chocolate is the perfect coating for these cookie balls. Sprinkle some pecans on top just like a sticky bun.
An hour in the fridge and they’re perfect for snacking, pairing with coffee, or tucked in a cute gift box topped with a bow…. for teachers, neighbors, anyone really!
Wondering HOW TO MAKE OREO BALLS WITHOUT CREAM CHEESE?
You can substitute the cream cheese for the following ingredients:
- Chocolate Ganache
- Hazelnut spread
- Melted butter (until the cookies are wet and you can work them into balls)
- Peanut butter
- Chocolate frosting
- Marshmallow fluff
Oreo Cookie Truffles
A decadent, no bake treat for giving and enjoying this holiday season! You'll love how easy these Oreo Cookie Truffles come together.
Ingredients
- 1 pkg (8 oz.) brick cream cheese, softened
- 36 Oreo Cookies, finely crushed (about 3 cups), "golden" flavor
- 4 pkg. (4 oz. each) semi-sweet baking chocolate, melted
- Optional ingredients: ½ teaspoon nutmeg, 1 Tablespoon cinnamon, 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Mix cream cheese and cookie crumbs until blended.
- Shape into 48 (1-inch) balls. Freeze 10 min. Dip balls in melted chocolate; place in single layer in shallow waxed paper-lined pan.
- Customize it with your own ingredient additions.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
24Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 147Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 72mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 7gProtein: 2g
Loving these Oreo Cookie Truffles? Pair them with these Crockpot Cozy Drinks and you are all set for the holidays.
Katherines Corner says
Oh yummy!!! I hope you shared these on the Christmas Cookie Linky Party. thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop xo
Debbie says
These are delicious! Do these need to be refrigerated all the time or just for an hour? Thank you!
Alison says
I think they taste best cold, but it’s totally up to you!