Description
Delicious chocolate-coated treats made with crushed Oreos and cream cheese, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package Oreo cookies
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 12 oz chocolate coating (milk, dark, or white)
- Festive decorations (sprinkles, crushed peppermint, drizzled chocolate)
Instructions
- Crush the Oreos in a food processor or bag until fine crumbs form.
- In a large bowl, mix the Oreo crumbs with softened cream cheese until well blended.
- Scoop out portions and roll into 1-inch balls; place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to solidify.
- Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, stirring frequently.
- Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring full coverage.
- Sprinkle chosen decorations before the chocolate sets.
- Allow the chocolate-covered balls to set completely before serving or storing.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free Oreos. You can also substitute some cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling and Coating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Christmas treats, Oreo balls, holiday desserts, easy recipes, family activities