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Oreo Balls For Christmas Recipe

Oreo Balls For Christmas Recipe


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  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 24 1x

Description

Festive Oreo balls bring holiday cheer with their delightful chocolate coating and creamy center. Holiday gatherings sparkle when you serve these irresistible bite-sized treats that blend classic cookie crumbs with smooth cream cheese for a perfect seasonal indulgence.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 package (14.3 oz) Oreo cookies
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 12 oz white chocolate melting wafers

Decorative Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup holiday sprinkles
  • 2 tbsp crushed candy canes

Coating/Binding Ingredients:

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Pulverize Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor, ensuring a uniform texture without large chunks.
  2. In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese with the Oreo crumbs until a cohesive, moldable mixture forms.
  3. Incorporate vanilla extract and powdered sugar, stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly glossy.
  4. Refrigerate the mixture for 15-20 minutes to firm up, making it easier to shape into uniform balls.
  5. Roll the chilled mixture into small, consistent spheres approximately 1-inch in diameter, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Freeze the Oreo balls for 30 minutes to maintain their shape during the coating process.
  7. Melt white chocolate wafers using a double boiler or microwave, stirring until completely smooth and free of lumps.
  8. Carefully dip each frozen Oreo ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring complete and even coverage.
  9. Gently tap off excess chocolate and place the coated balls back on the parchment-lined sheet.
  10. Immediately sprinkle holiday sprinkles and crushed candy canes over the wet chocolate coating for festive decoration.
  11. Refrigerate the Oreo balls for 10-15 minutes to set the chocolate and solidify the decorative elements.
  12. Transfer to a serving platter and keep chilled until ready to serve, enjoying within 5-7 days for optimal freshness.

Notes

  • Crush Oreos completely to avoid large chunks that might disrupt the smooth texture of the balls.
  • Use room temperature cream cheese for easier blending and a more uniform mixture.
  • Add powdered sugar gradually to control sweetness and prevent a grainy consistency.
  • Chill the mixture before shaping to make rolling easier and maintain ball shape.
  • Use a small cookie scoop or melon baller for consistent Oreo ball sizes.
  • Melt white chocolate slowly to prevent seizing and achieve a glossy coating.
  • Work quickly when dipping to ensure even chocolate coverage before it sets.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
  • For gluten-free version, substitute regular Oreos with gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies.
  • Experiment with different chocolate coatings like dark or milk chocolate for variety.
  • Prep Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Rolling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 24
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 100 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg