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Oreo Dessert Cheese Ball

Oreo Dessert Cheese Ball

An irresistible no-bake treat offering a delightful blend of creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures that will have everyone reaching for a second scoop. The perfect crowd-pleasing dessert that’s incredibly easy to make.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar sifted
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 18-20 cookies Oreo Cookies, finely crushed (about 2 cups), divided
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Chocolate Chips optional, for extra texture
  • Additional crushed Oreos for rolling

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Plate or shallow dish
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and softened butter until smooth and creamy.
    8 ounces Cream Cheese, 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  2. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar to the cream cheese and butter mixture, beating until well combined and no lumps remain. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt, ensuring they are evenly distributed for a balanced flavor profile.
    1 cup Powdered Sugar, 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract, 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  3. Add 1.5 cups of the finely crushed Oreo cookies and the optional chopped chocolate chips to the cream cheese mixture. Gently fold them in until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; we want to maintain a good texture. You should have about half a cup of crushed Oreos reserved for rolling.
    18-20 cookies Oreo Cookies, finely crushed, 1/2 cup Chopped Chocolate Chips
  4. Using a spatula or your hands (lightly greased if sticking occurs), form the mixture into a ball shape. If you find the mixture too soft to handle, you can chill it in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes to firm it up slightly.
  5. Pour the remaining 1/2 cup of finely crushed Oreos onto a plate or shallow dish. Carefully roll the cheese ball in the crushed Oreos, pressing gently to ensure they adhere evenly to the entire surface.
    Additional crushed Oreos
  6. Place the coated Oreo Dessert Cheese Ball on a serving platter and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up properly before serving. This step is crucial for the cheese ball to hold its shape and for the flavors to meld beautifully.

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Can be frozen for 1-2 months, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.