• Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • About
  • Contact Me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter

Dinner at the Zoo

  • All Recipes
  • Dinner
  • Appetizers
  • Dessert
  • One Pot Meals
  • Slow Cooker
  • Asian Food

Home » Dessert » Oreo Balls Recipe

Published: October 16, 2019 Last Modified: October 16, 2019 By Sara 22 Comments

Oreo Balls Recipe

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Email
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
Oreo Balls Recipe | Oreo Truffles | Homemade Candy #truffles #candy #oreos #chocolate #sprinkles #dessert #christmas #dinneratthezoo

This recipe for Oreo balls is Oreo cookie filled truffles dipped in chocolate, then decorated in a variety of sprinkles. Oreo balls are perfect for gift giving around the holidays and also make great party favors.

I love to pass out treats to friends and family during the holidays, some of my greatest hits are crock pot candy and peppermint patties. These fun and festive Oreo balls also get rave reviews and you can decorate them for any holiday or special occasion.

Oreo Balls Recipe | Oreo Truffles | Homemade Candy #truffles #candy #oreos #chocolate #sprinkles #dessert #christmas #dinneratthezoo Oreo Balls Recipe | Oreo Truffles | Homemade Candy #truffles #candy #oreos #chocolate #sprinkles #dessert #christmas #dinneratthezoo Oreo Balls Recipe | Oreo Truffles | Homemade Candy #truffles #candy #oreos #chocolate #sprinkles #dessert #christmas #dinneratthezoo Oreo Balls Recipe | Oreo Truffles | Homemade Candy #truffles #candy #oreos #chocolate #sprinkles #dessert #christmas #dinneratthezoo

Dark and white chocolate Oreo balls in a gift tin.

When the holidays roll around I’m always looking for new fun and festive treats to add into my baking rotation. These Oreo balls only contain 4 ingredients, are great to make with the kids, and taste as good as they look.

How do you make Oreo balls?

The first step is to make your filling, which consists of a package of Oreo cookies ground into crumbs and a brick of cream cheese. The two ingredients get mixed together to form a rich and fudgy filling. Chill your balls, then dip them in chocolate and decorate the tops.

Oreo cookie crumbs and cream cheese in a bowl.

The great thing about Oreo truffles is that you can customize them in so many different ways. You can use any flavor of Oreo you like. I typically do regular Oreos and golden Oreos for variety. You can also dip them in whatever chocolate flavor you like, or use colored candy melts to get your desired look.

Oreo ball centers made from vanilla and chocolate Oreos on a sheet pan.

Tips for Oreo Balls

  • You can use chocolate chips or candy melts to dip your balls in. I highly recommend using Ghirardelli Melting Wafers which can be found in the baking aisle of most grocery stores. They melt smooth and thin and are so easy to work with, but they taste like real chocolate. If you opt for chocolate chips, you’ll need to add a bit of shortening to thin out your chocolate to make it more suitable for dipping.
  • You can make the Oreo truffle centers up to a day in advance. Cover them loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate until you’re ready to dip them in chocolate.
  • I like to decorate my Oreo balls with colorful sprinkles. Other great options are more cookie crumbs, toffee bits, chopped nuts or coconut.

Assorted colors of Oreo balls on a sheet pan.

How long will Oreo cookie balls keep?

Oreo balls will keep for up to 2 weeks in the fridge, or up to 2 months in the freezer. Store your balls in an airtight container.

A plate of dark and white chocolate Oreo balls topped with colorful sprinkles.

How do you dip Oreo balls?

The easiest way to dip an Oreo ball is to place it on a fork and spoon your chocolate over the top until it’s completely covered. You’ll want to gently tap the fork against the side of the bowl so that the excess chocolate can drip off. Gently transfer each dipped ball to parchment paper to dry. Add your sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet.

A cross section of an Oreo ball inside a holiday gift tin.

Oreo truffles are the perfect bite sized dessert for a crowd, and I love that they can be made ahead of time so that you’re not scrambling the day of the party trying to get everything done. They’re rich, fudgy and full of chocolate flavor. If you love Oreo cookies, you’ll adore these treats.

More recipes for chocolate lovers

  • Oreo Cheesecake
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
  • Brownie Pizza
  • Haystack Cookies
  • Earthquake Cake

Oreo Balls Video

Dark and white chocolate Oreo balls in a gift tin.
Print Pin
5 from 14 votes

Oreo Balls

This recipe for Oreo balls is Oreo cookie filled truffles dipped in chocolate, then decorated in a variety of sprinkles. Oreo balls are perfect for gift giving around the holidays and also make great party favors.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Chill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings 48
Calories 86kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 36 Oreo cookies
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 16 ounces candy melts or chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening ONLY use shortening if you're using chocolate chips, you do not need to add it to candy melts
  • 1/2 cup sprinkles

Instructions

  • Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until crumbs form.
  • Pour the cookie crumbs into a bowl and add the cream cheese. Stir until a dough forms.
  • Roll the dough into 1 inch balls. Place the balls on a sheet pan lined with parchment or a non stick baking mat.
  • Freeze for 20 minutes or until firm.
  • Heat the chocolate/candy melts in the microwave in 30 second increments until melted. Stir until smooth.
  • If you are using chocolate chips, stir in the shortening.
  • Use a fork to dip each ball in the chocolate. Tap the fork against the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate.
  • Transfer each dipped ball to parchment paper and top with sprinkles. Chill the balls in the refrigerator until firm. 
  • Serve, or store the balls in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freezer for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 86kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 25mg | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.8mg
Tried this Recipe? Tag me Today!Mention @DinnerAtTheZoo or tag #dinneratthezoo!

This post was originally published on December 3, 2018 and was updated on October 16, 2019 with new content.

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Email

Filed Under: Dessert

FREE TOOLKIT: 5 Secrets to Meal Planning

Learn my 5 Meal Planning Secrets & get my Meal Planning Toolkit...FREE!

    ​
    ​

    Still hungry? Follow Dinner at the Zoo on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest for more great recipe ideas!

    « Pizzelle Recipe
    Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms »

    Comments

    1. TERESA SCHRAMM says

      August 7, 2020 at 11:19 am

      5 stars
      Does anyone have any tips for when you are defrosting them (if you choose to freeze big batches) – so they don’t wilt or sweat, I need to make ALOT for a wedding

      Reply
      • Sara says

        August 7, 2020 at 3:57 pm

        Thaw them in the fridge not at room temperature, that should help!

        Reply
    2. Veena Azmanov says

      October 19, 2019 at 3:35 am

      5 stars
      Awesome recipes for kids to go ahead. Cute and creative and easy too.

      Reply
    3. Monica says

      October 18, 2019 at 5:40 pm

      5 stars
      These are so delicious and I love how easy it is to make a huge batch for holiday gifting! Plus each one is really sweet and dense so you don’t need much to feel very satisfied!

      Reply
    4. Sharon says

      October 18, 2019 at 4:43 pm

      5 stars
      These sweet little balls of oreo goodness are just what special occasions call for. These look yummy!

      Reply
    5. Beth says

      October 18, 2019 at 4:17 pm

      5 stars
      Nothing but true happiness with this recipe! I love recipes that are versatile like this one! A quick change up with the sprinkles and you have a tasty dessert for any holiday! Love it!

      Reply
    6. Taylor Kiser says

      October 18, 2019 at 3:07 pm

      These are such a delicious treat for the holidays!

      Reply
    7. Jenne Kopalek says

      December 6, 2018 at 12:36 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve tried again and again to make oreo balls without success. These look so good I might have to give it another try.

      Reply
    8. Natalie says

      December 6, 2018 at 12:23 pm

      5 stars
      Where did you get your sprinkles from – I LOVE them!

      Reply
      • Sara says

        December 6, 2018 at 3:25 pm

        They’re from Sweetapolita, there’s an online store and they’re also available at some of the higher end kitchen shops! There’s a store locator on their website 🙂

        Reply
    9. Pati Robins says

      December 6, 2018 at 2:54 am

      How can i go on the diet when i see yummy food like this – lovee them and i got to try them

      Reply
    10. Lorilea says

      December 5, 2018 at 7:21 pm

      These look amazing! Will have to add these for the holiday baking to try out!

      Reply
    11. Jasmine Hewitt says

      December 5, 2018 at 6:03 pm

      i should try making these. I love oreo anything and this looks easy

      Reply
    12. Catherine Santiago Jose says

      December 5, 2018 at 5:31 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, this is so delicious. It is so easy to make and I am sure my kids will definitely love it.

      Reply
    13. McKenzie Cherrington says

      December 5, 2018 at 1:59 pm

      5 stars
      I love these Oreo balls! The sprinkles are soooo fun!

      Reply
    14. Mika says

      December 5, 2018 at 8:03 am

      5 stars
      These look amazing and I bet they taste amazing too. Your recipe is simple and easy to follow.
      I’ll let you know if I ever attempt to make them.

      Reply
    15. Kara says

      December 5, 2018 at 6:56 am

      I am so going to make these, they look amazing

      Reply
    16. Lyosha says

      December 5, 2018 at 1:34 am

      5 stars
      Looks delicious and super festive! As oreo lover I totally admire this idea!

      Reply
    17. Surekha Busa says

      December 4, 2018 at 11:07 pm

      Wow! That looks so so yummy. I just imagined how the four ingredients would be together and how it would taste like.. Grrr.. Im craving a lot for a oreo ball right now.

      Reply
    18. Alexandra says

      December 4, 2018 at 9:12 pm

      5 stars
      Incredible to look at, and I am sure even better to eat! Thank you for sharing this beautiful recipe!

      Reply
    19. Jackline A says

      December 4, 2018 at 5:29 pm

      5 stars
      Mouth-wateringly good looking! Looks so easy to make and can’t wait to try!

      Reply
    20. Annick says

      December 4, 2018 at 12:09 pm

      5 stars
      mmm i love Oreo-everything so this sounds amazing! love this recipe cause it seems pretty easy too ❤️

      Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating





    With 3 young kids, dinner can feel like feeding time at the zoo! I'm a mom on a mission to create easy, healthy and family friendly recipes ...Read More

    Winter Soups

    Albondigas soup made with beef meatballs, vegetables and potatoes.

    Albondigas Soup

    A pot of alphabet soup with ground beef and vegetables.

    Alphabet Soup

    A pot full of cabbage roll soup garnished with parsley.

    Cabbage Roll Soup

    A pot of Mexican chicken soup with colorful veggies and potatoes, all topped with cilantro.

    Mexican Chicken Soup

    A bowl of chicken pot pie soup with a biscuit on top.

    Chicken Pot Pie Soup

    A bowl of cheeseburger soup

    Cheeseburger Soup

    More Posts from this Category

    Featured Recipes

    A roasted chicken in a pan garnished with fresh rosemary sprigs.

    Roasted Chicken with Garlic and Herbs

    This recipe for chicken caprese is grilled seasoned chicken, topped with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, basil and balsamic reduction. A quick and easy dinner that's easy enough for a busy weeknight but special enough to serve to company!

    Chicken Caprese

    These bacon ranch chicken foil packets are a super easy dinner option with minimal cleanup! Chicken breasts are cooked with potatoes and ranch flavored butter, then topped with melted cheese and bacon for a meal that's sure to please any crowd.

    Bacon Ranch Chicken Foil Packets

    Veggie pinwheels on a board filled with bell peppers, carrots, cabbage and spinach.

    Rainbow Veggie Pinwheels

    FREE TOOLKIT: 5 Secrets to Meal Planning

    Learn my 5 Meal Planning Secrets & get my Meal Planning Toolkit...FREE!

      ​
      ​

      Categories

      Sites I am featured In
      PRIVACY POLICY ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT © Sara Welch and Dinner at the Zoo® LLC, 2015-2022.
      • Facebook
      • Instagram
      • Pinterest
      • RSS
      • Twitter
      • About Me
      • Contact Me
      • All Recipes
      • Dinner
      • Appetizers
      • Dessert
      • One Pot Meals
      • Slow Cooker
      • Asian Food