Indulge in these irresistible Oreo Balls that are made with just a few ingredients. This no-bake treat combines crushed Oreos with cream cheese to create a creamy, chocolaty, bite-sized dessert. Perfect for parties or as a sweet treat, these Oreo Balls will be a hit with everyone. Get ready to enjoy the combination of cookies and cream in every bite!
Ingredients
- 1 package of Oreo cookies (36 cookies)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
Directions
- Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor until finely ground.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with the softened cream cheese. Mix well until the mixture is fully combined and forms a dough-like consistency.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to firm up the Oreo balls.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable shortening in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring after each increment, until smooth and fully melted.
- Remove the Oreo balls from the freezer. Using a fork or toothpick, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, coating it completely. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place the coated Oreo balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Optional: Decorate the Oreo balls with additional crushed Oreos, sprinkles, or drizzle with melted white chocolate.
- Once all the Oreo balls are coated and decorated, refrigerate them for at least 1 hour or until the chocolate is set.
- Serve and enjoy these delicious Oreo Balls!
Interesting Facts
Oreo Balls are also known as Oreo truffles or Oreo cake balls.
You can use different flavors of Oreo cookies, such as mint, golden, or even limited edition flavors, to create unique variations of these Oreo Balls.
Oreo Balls make a great homemade gift for friends and family. Place them in a decorative box or jar for a sweet and thoughtful present.