Crushed up oreos mixed with softened cream cheese, rolled into a ball, and dipped in melted chocolate make up the famous oreo balls recipe!
These oreo balls (also known as oreo truffles) are simple to make (only 4 ingredients!) and a hit wherever we serve them. They can be made ahead of time and keep well for several days in the fridge.
Oreo balls are easily one of the most requested treats in my home. They’re also my favorite treat to jazz up for holidays (check out these Christmas truffles, Halloween truffles (version 1), or Halloween truffles (version 2).
I even made oreo balls into cookie form to serve at my sister’s wedding reception’s cookie bar. But today we’re bringing it back to basics with the classic oreo balls recipe.
How to make Oreo balls:
- Crush oreos: make sure the oreos are finely crushed; big chunks of cookie will mess up the texture. I pulse full oreos (no need to remove creme) in the blender until they resemble fine crumbs.
- You’ll mix the cream cheese and oreo crumbs until you’ve got a thick and slightly sticky dough. You can knead the mixture with your hands, a stand mixer, or use hand mixers. (I prefer hand mixers)
- To form the cookies I pinch off a heaping tablespoon of the “dough” and knead it until it easily rolls into a ball.
- Place the balls on a tray and chill in the fridge. This makes them much easier to dip!
How to dip oreo balls in chocolate
Place the chilled ball on top of a large fork and spoon melted chocolate right on top of the ball. Tap that fork against the bowl a few times to make the chocolate smooth out and then slide the fork against the edge of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Use a butter knife to gently slide the ball off the fork onto a parchment lined tray to harden.
Make them pretty (optional)
Jazz up the Oreo balls a bit by adding on a drizzle of white chocolate. If you want a distinct white chocolate layer, add the drizzle once the chocolate has set up. If you want the white to bleed into the chocolate (so it looks like this) add the white chocolate drizzle RIGHT after dipping the truffle in chocolate.
Another option is to add some finely crushed Oreo crumbs to the top of the Oreo ball. Add while the chocolate is still wet so they will stick.
Oreo Balls FAQS
How do you melt chocolate for dipping?
While there’s lots of ways to melt chocolate, I like using the microwave. The secret? Microwave in short bursts and stir in between each burst for 10-15 seconds. Remember melting is still happening after being removed from the microwave.
Do you put Oreo balls in the fridge?
Oreo balls have cream cheese in them so they need to be refrigerated when not being served. If left out they will not only be unsafe to eat but they will also soften and might not hold together if they get too warm.
Can Oreo balls be frozen?
You can freeze these (before being dipped in chocolate) for 3-4 months in an airtight container. Allow frozen balls to defrost in the fridge for a few hours before dipping in chocolate.
Can you put Oreos in a blender?
You can blend whole Oreos in a good high powered blender. If you don’t have a blender or you don’t feel like yours is powerful enough you can also use a food processor. Another option is to place the cookies in a plastic bag and hit them with a rolling pin until they are crushed.
I have found a blender to be the quickest and easiest way to crush Oreos for this recipe.
How many Oreos are in a pack?
A standard size Oreo pack has 36 cookies inside.
Tips and tricks
- High Quality Chocolate: Using good, high quality chocolate is key to having the best Oreo balls. I recommend using Guittard or Ghirardelli. Not only does high quality chocolate melt better, it also does wonders for the overall flavor.
- Freeze: If you are having a hard time dipping these truffles, try freezing the un-dipped truffles for a minute to help them set up.
- If your chocolate coating is too thick, add a bit more oil to help smooth it out and make it easier to dip in.
- Use a tablespoon measuring spoon or ice cream scoop to ensure that all of the balls are about the same size before rolling them into a ball.
Variation ideas
- Use this recipe with golden Oreos instead of chocolate for a vanilla flavor (any Oreo flavor will work!)
- Swap out the milk, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate for white chocolate
- Dip Oreo balls in melted andes mints and sprinkle on crushed peppermint for a holiday treat
- Add crushed nuts on top
- Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top
- Try using almond bark instead of chocolate
How to make Oreo balls without cream cheese
While I don’t think the cream cheese is an overly prevalent flavor, you can swap it out with a few other ingredients.
- Nutella
- Peanut butter
- Cookie butter (with vanilla Oreo)
- Chocolate or vanilla frosting
- Marshmallow fluff
- Melted butter
- More ideas/suggestions here
How to store leftover Oreo balls
They can stay in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 weeks.
More no bake treats
- Muddy Buddies
- Scotcheroos
- Rice Krispie Treats (or Fruity Pebble Rice Krispie Treats)
- Fruit Dip
- Edible Cookie Dough (No Bake & Food Safe!)
Crushed up oreos mixed with softened cream cheese, rolled into a ball, and dipped in melted chocolate make up the famous oreo balls recipe!
- 1 package (14.3 ounces) Oreos (36 whole oreos)
- 1 package (8 ounces) FULL fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 2 cups high quality dark, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate (whichever you like best, we love milk!) Guittard or Ghirardelli are our favorites.
- 1/2 cup high quality white chocolate
- Optional: vegetable oil or coconut oil
Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
Place FULL Oreo cookies (don't separate cookie from creme) in a powerful blender or food processor. Pulse until they have been crushed into fine crumbs. Ensure there are no large pieces and transfer all but 2 tablespoons (set aside for later) to a large bowl or stand mixer.
Add the softened (to room temperature) cream cheese (important it isn't too cold OR melty) right on top of the remaining oreo crumbs. Using hand mixers or the whisk attachment on a stand mixer, beat until ingredients are well combined and smooth. (If you don't have hand mixers or stand mixer, knead with your hands until smooth and combined).
Scoop Oreo "dough" by 1 tablespoon (I like smaller balls so the ratio of oreo to chocolate is bigger, but feel free to make them larger) and knead the balls until you can roll into a smooth and even ball. Repeat with all the dough until it is all rolled in balls.
Place in fridge or freezer and chill for 15 to 20 minutes.
Place dark, milk, or semi sweet chocolate in a microwave safe bowls. Melt the chocolate in bursts of 15 seconds, stirring in between each burst for 15 seconds until chocolate is completely smooth. Be careful to not burn/scorch the chocolate, a lot of melting is happening out of the microwave. Add some oil IF needed to thin, I usually add about 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon per cup of chocolate. Stir until smooth.
Grab Oreo balls from the fridge/freezer and dip truffles in chocolate. Place one chilled ball on top of a large fork and spoon melted chocolate right on top of the ball. Tap that fork against the bowl a few times to make the chocolate smooth out and then slide the fork against the edge of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Use a butter knife to gently slide the ball off the fork onto the prepared parchment paper lined tray. Repeat until all the truffles are dipped in chocolate. If the melted chocolate is getting too hard to dip, put in the microwave for another 15 seconds and remix. Sprinkle reserved 2 tablespoons of Oreo crumbs over half of the truffles.
For the remaining truffles add a white chocolate drizzle (IF desired): add the white chocolate (and 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon oil if desired to make it easier to work with) to a microwave safe bowl and microwave in bursts of 15 seconds, stirring in between each burst for 15 seconds until smooth. Transfer the melted white chocolate into a plastic bag and seal it. Cut off the very tip with scissors and pipe through the bag in stripes across the oreo truffles.
Allow chocolate to harden before serving. Keep any leftover oreo balls stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
Recipe Video
April says
I loooooove Oreo balls! They’re always a huge hit wherever I take them!
Taylor says
Oreo balls are one of my favorite holiday treats to me! Easy, fun to decorate and always loved by all!
Kristyn says
Oh, my, I could eat my fair share of these!! They are so good & always a hit!
chelseamessyapron says
Thanks Kristyn! 🙂
natasha says
my kids will go wild making these!!
chelseamessyapron says
Hope they love them! 🙂