Christmas Oreo Balls Recipe
Introduction
Christmas Oreo Balls are a festive and delicious treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Combining the classic crunch of Oreos with creamy chocolate coatings and festive sprinkles, these bite-sized delights are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 36 Oreos
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 10 oz Ghirardelli Dark chocolate melting wafers
- 10 oz Ghirardelli White vanilla melting wafers
- Christmas sprinkles
Instructions
- Step 1: Add the Oreos to a food processor and process into fine crumbs.
- Step 2: Add the softened cream cheese to the food processor and pulse to combine until a thick dough forms.
- Step 3: Transfer the Oreo and cream cheese mixture to a bowl and use a rubber spatula to finish mixing thoroughly.
- Step 4: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Step 5: Use a mini cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons) to portion the mixture onto the baking sheet.
- Step 6: Roll each portion between your hands to form smooth balls.
- Step 7: Chill the Oreo balls in the fridge or freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Step 8: Melt the dark chocolate melting wafers until smooth and ready for dipping.
- Step 9: Dip half of the chilled Oreo balls in the dark chocolate, then immediately sprinkle with Christmas sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
- Step 10: Melt the white vanilla melting wafers until smooth.
- Step 11: Dip the remaining Oreo balls in the white chocolate and top with sprinkles right away.
- Step 12: Place all dipped Oreo balls back in the fridge until the chocolate coating is firm.
Tips & Variations
- For easier shaping, keep your hands slightly wet or dusted with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
- Substitute the cream cheese with flavored cream cheese, like peppermint or cinnamon, for a holiday twist.
- Use different colored sprinkles or crushed candy canes for extra festive decoration.
- If you don’t have a food processor, place Oreos in a sealed bag and crush with a rolling pin before mixing by hand.
Storage
Store the Christmas Oreo Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, keep them in the freezer for up to one month and thaw in the fridge before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature, and allow a few minutes for them to soften slightly after removing from cold storage.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use regular chocolate instead of melting wafers?
Yes, you can substitute regular chocolate chips or bars, but melting wafers are specially designed for smooth melting and dipping. If using regular chocolate, temper it carefully to avoid clumping or dull finishes.
Do I need a food processor for this recipe?
A food processor makes crushing Oreos and mixing easier, but you can manually crush them in a sealed bag with a rolling pin and then mix with softened cream cheese by hand.
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Christmas Oreo Balls Recipe
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 Oreo balls 1x
Description
These festive Christmas Oreo Balls are a delightful holiday treat combining crushed Oreo cookies and creamy cream cheese, coated in luscious dark and white chocolate melting wafers, and adorned with colorful Christmas sprinkles. Perfect for holiday parties and gift-giving, these no-bake truffles are quick to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Base
- 36 Oreos
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
Coating
- 10 oz Ghirardelli Dark chocolate melting wafers
- 10 oz Ghirardelli White vanilla melting wafers
- Christmas sprinkles
Instructions
- Process Oreos: Add the Oreos to a food processor and pulse until they are finely crushed into crumbs.
- Combine with Cream Cheese: Add the softened cream cheese to the food processor containing the Oreo crumbs and pulse until the mixture is well combined but still slightly textured.
- Mix Thoroughly: Transfer the mixture to a bowl and use a rubber spatula to mix thoroughly, making sure all crumbs are evenly coated with cream cheese.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Scoop Balls: Use a mini cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons) to portion out the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Shape Balls: Roll the scooped portions into smooth balls using your hands.
- Chill: Place the Oreo balls in the fridge or freezer for 30 minutes to firm up before coating.
- Melt Dark Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts or using a double boiler until smooth and silky.
- Coat with Dark Chocolate: Dip half of the chilled Oreo balls into the melted dark chocolate, ensuring full coverage. Immediately sprinkle with Christmas sprinkles before the chocolate sets, then place back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Melt White Chocolate: Melt the white vanilla melting wafers using the same method until smooth.
- Coat with White Chocolate: Dip the remaining Oreo balls into the white chocolate coating, top with Christmas sprinkles immediately, and return to the baking sheet.
- Final Chill: Refrigerate the coated Oreo balls until the chocolate is completely firm, about 20-30 minutes. Serve cold or store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
- You can substitute the Ghirardelli melting wafers with any high-quality chocolate melts or chocolate chips.
- If you don’t have a food processor, place Oreos in a sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
- The Oreo balls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week in an airtight container.
- Freezing the balls before dipping helps them hold their shape better when coated in chocolate.
- Be careful not to overheat the melting wafers to prevent seizing or burning the chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes (melting and dipping chocolate)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Christmas Oreo Balls, Oreo truffles, holiday desserts, no-bake treats, Christmas chocolates, Oreo recipes
