Adorable Grinch Oreo Balls for Christmas
Grinch Oreo balls are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that are perfect for any occasion. To make Christmas Oreo truffles, you will need just a few simple ingredients that you likely already have on hand. Whether you are making them for a Christmas party or just as a fun treat for your family, Grinch Oreo balls are sure to be a hit.
Why Make Grinch Oreo Balls
We love making Grinch trulles because they are a fun and creative way to celebrate Christmas. These spooky treats are perfect for parties, trick-or-treaters, or just a fun activity to do with friends and family.
Here are a few reasons why we think you should try making this no bake Christmas treat.
- You don’t need any special equipment or ingredients to make these truffles. All you need is some chocolate, cream, and a few other simple ingredients.
- This is such a fun treat for kids to make. We love helping with these!
- Of course, the most important reason to make Oreo Grinch balls is because they are delicious! The rich chocolate and cream filling make for a decadent treat that everyone will love.
More on Why Our Christmas Oreo Balls Recipe is Great for Kids
No one can be the Grinch when making a fun Christmas treat! Making Oreo balls is a great kitchen activity for kids because it is fun, easy, and there is a delicious reward at the end for the labor involved! Kids can learn how to crush Oreos, mix them with cream cheese, and shape them into balls.
Additionally, it is a great opportunity to teach kids about kitchen safety and cleanliness. The idea of washing hands multiple times while following the steps is one such teaching point.
Norah Says
These Oreo Grinch balls are one of my favorite things to make at Christmas. They are easy to eat and fun to make!
Harper Says
We have made multiple Oreo balls recipes. And this particular recipe is one of the easier ones to make because the icing on the outside is plain, unlike some of the others. All you have to do is add the heart!
Ingredients Needed for Grinch Truffles with Oreos
To make our delicious Grinch Oreo balls, we will need a few key ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 package of Oreo cookies
- Cream cheese
- Green melting chocolate candies
- Red heart sprinkles
Substitutions for Ingredients in Grinch Oreo Balls
- For the Oreo cookies, you can use any flavor you like. We like to use the classic chocolate flavor, but you could also use the golden ones for a fun twist. Also, we prefer to use the Double Stuf Oreos as they provide a bit more flavor. But we have used the regular ones many times in Oreo balls with no troubles at all. If you are wondering how many Double Stuf Oreos are in a package, rest assured a 15.35 ounce package of Double Stuf Oreos yields enough cookies for this recipe. You might even have a few leftover to snack on!
- When it comes to the white chocolate chips or candy coating, we recommend using a high-quality product that will melt smoothly and have a good flavor. If you can’t find the green candy melts, you can use a different white melting chocolate and add a bit of green food coloring. Our favorite to use on Oreo balls or other non-bake candies is almond bark which is easily found at grocery stores.
- If you would rather not use cream cheese, you do have the option to use a tub of pre-made vanilla frosting instead. This ingredient is simply to help bind the chocolate together inside the Oreo ball. Either one will work fine. We usually use the cream cheese.
- Finally, for the heart sprinkles, you may have to order online if you can’t find them in your stores. Around Valentine’s Day, they are easy to find. But in other seasons, it might be more tricky. You can also use small red candies as long as they are flat so they stick to the surface of the balls.
With these ingredients in hand, we’re ready to start making our Grinch-y Oreo balls!
Steps for Making Oreo Balls
Put the Oreos inside a gallon zip bag and crush the Oreos with a rolling pin.
In a large mixing bowl, mix up softened cream cheese until smooth. Then, stir the Oreos into the blended cream cheese.
Form small balls with the mixture and place on baking sheet.
In a second microwave-safe mixing bowl, melt the green candy melts.
Set the coated balls onto a baking sheet. Place the red hearts on quickly – one per ball – before the candy coating sets.
Allow the balls to set for 15 minutes or so before eating and enjoying!
Grinch Oreo Balls for Christmas
Equipment
- 1 Food processor optional
Ingredients
- 15.35 oz Double Stuf Oreos You need about 25 from the package.
- 8 oz Cream cheese softened
- 12 oz Green melting chocolate candies or use almond bark with a bit of green food coloring
- 48 Heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Using a food processor or a Ziplock bag with rolling pin, crush the Oreos until finely ground.
- In a second mixing bowl, blend up softened cream cheese. Mix in the crushed Oreos. Stir well until all the crumbs are coated.
- Using a small cookie scoop or a heaping teaspoon – divide the dough equally to create small balls and roll between the palms of your hands to round out the edges as best as possible. Set on a piece of parchment. Continue until all the dough is shaped.
- Place the sheet of parchment on a cutting board or sheet pan that will fit in the freezer. Freeze for 1 hour to solidify the dough balls.
- Pour candy into a microwave safe bowl and heat for 30 seconds, then remove and stir well. Repeat the heating and stirring process until the candy is completely melted.
- Remove cookie balls from the freezer, and dip them into the melted candy, coating the entire ball. Place the candy coated cookie ball on parchment paper to set.
- Before the candy coating sets, add one red heart sprinkle to the top of each ball.
- Once you have coated all of the cookie balls with melted candy and placed sprinkles on them, refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the candy coating to set.
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