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Grinch Oreo Balls

Grinch Oreo Balls

Delight your holidays with festive Grinch Oreo Balls, an easy and irresistible treat combining crushed Oreo cookies and cream cheese with a vibrant green candy coating. Perfect for gifting and holiday gatherings, these bite-sized goodies burst with creamy, crunchy, and sweet flavors topped with red and white sprinkles for a fun Grinch-inspired look.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 24 balls 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

  • 24 Oreo Cookies (crushed into fine crumbs)
  • 8 oz softened Cream Cheese

Coating and Decoration

  • 12 oz Green Candy Melts
  • Red and White Sprinkles (for decoration)

Optional Flavorings

  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract or Peppermint Extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush the Oreos: Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form, or put them in a sealed bag and crush with a rolling pin until finely crushed.
  2. Mix with Cream Cheese: In a bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs with softened cream cheese, mixing until a uniform dough forms that is moldable but not too sticky. Add optional vanilla or peppermint extract if desired.
  3. Form the Balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands or a cookie scoop. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  4. Melt the Candy Coating: Gently melt the green candy melts according to package instructions, stirring frequently to keep the coating smooth and glossy.
  5. Dip and Decorate: Using a toothpick, dip each chilled ball fully into the melted candy coating. Place them back on the parchment paper and quickly decorate with red and white sprinkles before the coating sets to resemble the Grinch’s Santa hat.
  6. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the coated Oreo balls for about one hour to allow the coating to harden completely before serving or packaging.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is softened but not melted for easier mixing and better texture.
  • Chill the Oreo balls both before and after dipping for clean, smooth coatings without cracking.
  • Use toothpicks to dip the balls to avoid melting the coating with your hands.
  • Add sprinkles immediately after dipping to ensure they stick well before coating hardens.
  • Let the Oreo balls sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for optimal flavor and softness.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes (melting candy melts and dipping)
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free Oreos)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Grinch Oreo Balls, Holiday Dessert, Oreo Balls, Festive Treat, No Bake Dessert, Christmas Treats, Holiday Snacks, Gluten Free Snacks