Description
Indulgent Oreo cookie balls melt hearts with their creamy chocolate-coated goodness, blending classic cookie crunch and silky smoothness. Sweet treats like these bring pure dessert joy you can savor in just one delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 36 Oreo cookies (about 1 package), finely crushed
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 12 ounces (340 grams) semi-sweet or white chocolate, chopped or melted chips
Oils and Optional Additions:
- 12 teaspoons vegetable oil or coconut oil (for smoother chocolate)
Toppings:
- Extra Oreo crumbs
- Sprinkles
- Drizzle of contrasting melted chocolate
Instructions
- Crush the Oreo cookies into a fine, powdery consistency using a food processor, ensuring no large chunks remain.
- Blend the cookie crumbs with softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl, working the ingredients until they create a uniform, velvety mixture that holds together seamlessly.
- Carefully shape the combined mixture into uniform spheres, approximately one inch in diameter, using gentle rolling motions between your palms.
- Arrange the formed balls on a parchment-lined tray, then transfer to the freezer for a quick 15-minute chill to help them firm up and maintain their shape.
- Prepare the chocolate coating by melting it in short intervals in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring between each heating cycle to ensure smooth, even consistency.
- Remove the chilled balls from the freezer and methodically dip each one into the melted chocolate, using a fork to help drain excess coating and create a clean, even shell.
- Gently place the chocolate-coated balls back onto the parchment paper, allowing them to set at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
- For an elevated presentation, garnish with a light dusting of crushed Oreo crumbs, delicate chocolate drizzles, or festive sprinkles to add visual appeal and texture.
Notes
- Crush Oreos completely to ensure a smooth, uniform texture without large cookie chunks that might disrupt the ball’s shape.
- Cream cheese temperature matters: use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and a smoother consistency.
- Chilling the balls before dipping helps them maintain shape and prevents cracking during chocolate coating.
- For gluten-free version, swap regular Oreos with gluten-free sandwich cookies to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Use high-quality chocolate for better flavor and smoother melting, preferring chocolate meant for coating or baking.
- Keep a consistent ball size by using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon measure for even treats.
- Prevent chocolate from seizing by ensuring no water touches the melting chocolate and stirring gently during microwave intervals.
- Store cookie balls in the refrigerator to maintain firmness and prevent chocolate from melting, especially in warm environments.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg