This clever no-bake recipe for Oreo truffles (aka Oreo balls) is one of the simplest dessert recipes out there. While they're super easy to make, they're also incredibly delicious – full of rich chocolatey goodness and a delightfully creamy filling. You only need three ingredients for this recipe: chocolate, cream cheese, and of course, Oreos. It's a killer recipe to make with your kids – they'll love rolling and dipping the truffles!
– Pick your favorite type of chocolate or make a mix of dark, white, and milk chocolates.
– If you don't have a food processor, you can also put the Oreos into a large bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
– Regular Oreos are best for this recipe. As tasty as they are, Double Stuf Oreos have too much cream.
– Freezing the filling is essential. Let it chill down properly before you dip the filling in the chocolate.
– To make a festive peppermint version, add 1 ½ tsp of peppermint extract to the filling. Garnish with crushed candy canes.
– Try this recipe out with different Oreo flavors.
– Use crushed nuts, caramel, or espresso grounds to garnish the Oreo balls.
Keep your Oreo truffles fresh by storing them an in your fridge inside an airtight container. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. If frozen, allow them to thaw overnight in the fridge.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Put Oreos into a food processor and blitz to form fine crumbs. Add cream cheese and blend to combine.
Scoop and the filling and form 1-in balls. Arrange on the lined baking tray. Freeze the truffles for about 15 to 20 minutes.
Dip the truffles into the melted chocolate, letting excess runoff. Place the chocolate-coated truffles back on the parchment paper.
Garnish with crushed Oreos, nuts, chocolate, or topping of your choice. Let the chocolate set then pop back in the fridge.