Description
No-bake Grinch Oreo Balls: crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and green candy coating, topped with a red heart. Perfect for holiday parties!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (14.3 ounces) Oreo cookies, regular flavor
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 12 ounces green candy melts
- Red heart sprinkles, for decoration
- Vegetable shortening (optional, for thinning candy melts)
- Wax paper or parchment paper
Instructions
- Prepare the Oreo Crumbs: Separate Oreo cookies, keeping the filling. Crush the chocolate wafers into fine crumbs using a food processor or a resealable bag and rolling pin.
- Mix and Roll: In a large bowl, combine Oreo crumbs, cream cheese, and Oreo filling until well combined. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on wax paper or parchment paper.
- Chill: Refrigerate the Oreo balls for at least 30 minutes (or up to a few hours).
- Melt Candy Melts: Pour green candy melts into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until melted and smooth. If too thick, add a teaspoon of vegetable shortening.
- Dip and Decorate: Remove chilled Oreo balls. Dip each ball into the melted green candy, remove excess, and place back on wax paper. Immediately add a red heart sprinkle to each ball.
- Set: Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes, or until the candy coating is completely set.
- Store: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- Use high-quality candy melts for the best flavor and texture.
- Don’t overheat the candy melts; microwave in short intervals.
- Chilling the Oreo balls is essential to prevent them from falling apart.
- Work quickly when dipping and decorating, as the candy coating sets fast.
- If the candy coating is too thick, add a small amount of vegetable shortening.
- If the candy coating seizes up, start with a fresh batch.
- Get creative with decorations!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes