Get ready to be the talk of the party with these super easy, no-bake Oreo Truffles. Rich, decadent homemade chocolate cookie truffles are great for parties, a cookie exchange, and to give as a homemade gift. This 3-ingredient recipe will surely become one of your favorite dessert bites to make, and eat!
Enjoy these delicious homemade treats with a tall glass of milk, or a mug of Pumpkin Spice Latte, and a slice of Cranberry Orange Quick Bread or Eggnog Pound Cake.
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Have you ever had truffles and thought, “I could never make those!” If that’s you, I want you to put this easy recipe in your recipe book because making your own batch of truffles is effortless with this fool-proof recipe.
I need to warn you, though… these Oreo balls are irresistible and will disappear quickly! This fall, I made a batch of these truffles and some Crock Pot Chocolate Pecan Candy for my son, who was heading back to college, and let’s say, I had to hide half of them from Mr. SS, so Hunter could actually have some!
What You Need To Make This Recipe
- Oreo Cookies: You’ll need a 1-pound package for this recipe (36 cookies total).
- Cream Cheese: Bring an 8-ounce package of cream cheese to room temperature by setting it on the counter the night before the day you want to make the truffles.
- Chocolate Melts: Grab any brand of melting wafers you prefer. You’ll need milk or dark chocolate and white chocolate wafers.
- Optional Toppings: Crushed cookies or colored sprinkles like I use in Peanut Butter Balls make perfect topping choices.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and measurements.
Variations And Additions
- Turn these into holiday-themed truffles by adding crushed peppermint or candy canes on top and a drop of peppermint flavoring to the cookie mix.
- You can also use a different flavor of Oreo like mint, peanut butter, birthday cake, or any other flavor you can find.
- Make different colored truffles by changing up the chocolate melts. There are so many different colors to choose from! White chocolate, red, and white are all good colors to use.
How to Make Oreo Truffles
This Oreo ball recipe is so easy to make! Once you get the hang of making them, you’ll be able to whip up a batch for parties, neighborhood get-togethers, and to give as a homemade gift.
- Place Oreos in a food processor and process until small crumbs form.
- Cut cream cheese into cubes and add to crushed cookies. Process until a ball forms and the cookies and cream cheese are fully mixed. You can also use a hand mixer or stand mixer for this step.
- Using a one-inch, small cookie scoop, portion out the filling and roll into balls then place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
- Place in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- Heat candy melts in the microwave in 30-minute increments until melted. Stir until smooth. Using a fork, dip each cookie ball into the chocolate.
- Tap the fork on the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Set each ball on a parchment paper or wax paper cookie sheet. Sprinkle on crushed cookies or sprinkles before the chocolate dries.
Pro Tips for Dipping the Truffles
- There are no special tools needed for this step. I’ve found the best way to dip the balls is to place a ball into the melted chocolate, and then remove it using a fork. Gently tap the fork on the side of the bowl until the excess coating drips off. Place the truffle on a parchment-lined baking sheet to set up.
- If you want to add sprinkles or crushed cookies, do that before the chocolate coating dries.
Often Asked Questions And Answers
Yes. You can make the filling, freeze, then dip into chocolate before you’re ready to enjoy them.
No. Use the whole cookie as is. The chocolate cookie and cream center will combine nicely during processing.
You can use a Ziploc bag and a mallet or rolling pin to get the same results as a food processor. Be sure to beat or roll out large pieces and chunks.
Yes. To get the best results, you’ll want the balls to be hardened enough to withstand the melted chocolate. You can even pop them back into the freezer after you’ve coated them with chocolate and topping of choice.
You can, but if you do, you’ll need to add a bit of coconut oil or shortening to thin out your chocolate to make it the right consistency for dipping.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 36 cookies Oreo cookies – 1 pound package
- 8 ounces cream cheese – room temperature
- 16 ounces chocolate melts
- crushed cookies or sprinkles – optional
Instructions
- Place Oreos in a food processor and process until small crumbs form. Cut cream cheese into cubes and add to crushed cookies. Process until ball forms and cookies and cream cheese is fully mixed.
- Using a one-inch cookie scoop, portion out filling and roll into balls then place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet. Place in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- Heat candy melts in the microwave in 30-minute increments until melted. Stir until smooth. Using a fork, dip each cookie ball into the chocolate. Tap fork on side of the bowl to remove excess.
- Place each ball on a parchment-lined cookie sheet to set. Sprinkle on crushed cookies or sprinkles before the chocolate dries.
- Serve or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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Notes
- To make ahead – make the filling, freeze, then dip into chocolate before you’re ready to enjoy them.
- You can use a Ziploc bag and a mallet or rolling pin to get the same results as a food processor. Be sure to beat or roll out large pieces and chunks.
- To get the best results, you’ll want the balls to be hardened enough to withstand the melted chocolate. You can even pop them back into the freezer after you’ve coated them with chocolate and topping of choice.
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Bob NY
My wife LOVED these treats. Easy instructions,very helpful video. Thank you Donya!
Thanks, Bob!
Merry Christmas,
~Donya