Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Begin by finely crushing the Oreo cookies. You can do this by placing them in a food processor and pulsing until they form fine crumbs. Alternatively, place them in a large zip-top bag, seal it, and then crush them with a rolling pin until you have a fine crumb consistency. You want them to be as fine as possible to ensure the best texture for your Christmas Oreo Balls.14.3 ounces original Oreo cookies
- Transfer the Oreo crumbs to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Add the softened cream cheese to the bowl. Using a sturdy spoon or a spatula, thoroughly mix the Oreo crumbs and cream cheese together until a cohesive dough forms. It should be well combined, with no streaks of cream cheese visible. The mixture will be thick and slightly sticky.14.3 ounces original Oreo cookies, 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- Once the mixture is fully combined, it’s time to shape your Christmas Oreo Balls. Roll the mixture into approximately 1-inch balls. An easy way to do this is by using a small cookie scoop or your hands. Aim for consistent sizing so they bake and melt evenly if you decide to add a candy coating. Place the rolled balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- For best results and easier dipping, it’s important to chill the Oreo balls. Place the baking sheet with the shaped balls into the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This step will firm them up, making them much easier to handle and dip in melted chocolate without falling apart.
- While the Oreo balls are chilling, prepare your white chocolate for dipping. Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate, as it can seize.1 cup white chocolate chips
- Once the Oreo balls are chilled and firm, and the white chocolate is melted, it's time to coat them. You can either dip each ball entirely into the melted white chocolate using a fork or a toothpick, or drizzle the chocolate over them. If dipping, let any excess chocolate drip back into the bowl. Place the coated balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.1 cup white chocolate chips
- For festive colors, melt the green and red candy melts separately using the same microwave method as the white chocolate. Once melted and smooth, you can drizzle these colors over the white chocolate-coated Christmas Oreo Balls using a spoon or a piping bag for intricate designs. You can also dip half the balls in white chocolate and the other half in colored candy melts for variety.1/4 cup green candy melts, 1/4 cup red candy melts
- Add sprinkles. While the chocolate coatings are still wet, immediately decorate your Christmas Oreo Balls with Christmas-themed sprinkles. This is where you can get creative and make them truly festive! Add them generously for a pop of color and texture.Christmas-themed sprinkles
- Let the coated and sprinkled Christmas Oreo Balls sit at room temperature until the chocolate has fully hardened. This usually takes about 30-60 minutes. You can speed this up by placing the baking sheet back in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes.
Notes
These Christmas Oreo Balls are best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and will stay fresh for up to 1 week. They can also be frozen for up to 2-3 months.