Grinch Oreo Balls Recipe

Introduction

These Grinch Oreo Balls are a festive and fun treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Creamy, crunchy, and coated in vibrant green chocolate, they delight with every bite and are easy to make at home.

Ingredients

• 1 pack Red Velvet Oreos (Can substitute with regular Oreos if desired.)
• 8 oz Cream Cheese (Make sure it’s softened.)
• 12 oz Light Green Candy Melts (Or use white chocolate with green food coloring.)
• 1 cup Red Candy Hearts (Can use any red candy.)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: Finely crush the Red Velvet Oreos until they resemble a fine crumb.
3. Step 3: Combine crushed Oreos with softened cream cheese until smooth and well mixed.
4. Step 4: Using a cookie scoop, form uniform balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for 2 hours to firm up.
5. Step 5: Melt the light green candy melts in the microwave or over a double boiler until smooth.
6. Step 6: Dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted green candy, ensuring it’s fully coated, then place them back on the baking sheet.
7. Step 7: Drizzle the leftover melted candy over the coated balls and gently press a red candy heart into each one.
8. Step 8: Chill again for at least 30 minutes before serving to set the coating.

Tips & Variations

• Substitute regular Oreos if Red Velvet is unavailable; the flavor will be classic cookies and cream.
• If you can’t find light green candy melts, use white chocolate with a few drops of green food coloring.
• For extra flair, add a tiny sprinkle of edible glitter or colored sugar on top after dipping.

Storage

Store the Grinch Oreo Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For best texture, allow them to come to room temperature a few minutes before serving. They can also be frozen for up to a month; thaw in the refrigerator before enjoying.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cookie instead of Oreos?

Yes, any sandwich cookie will work, but Oreo’s texture and flavor complement the cream cheese well. For a twist, try chocolate wafer cookies or vanilla sandwich cookies.

How do I melt candy melts without burning them?

Use short bursts of microwave heating (15-20 seconds), stirring well between each, or melt them gently over a double boiler to avoid overheating and burning.

Grinch Oreo Balls Recipe

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These festive Grinch Oreo Balls are a delightful holiday treat made with crushed Red Velvet Oreos, creamy softened cream cheese, and coated in vibrant green candy melts. Topped with red candy hearts for a charming touch, these no-bake desserts are perfect for parties and gift-giving.

• Author: Leo
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
• Yield: 24 Oreo balls 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Base

• 1 pack Red Velvet Oreos (can substitute with regular Oreos if desired)
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

Coating

• 12 oz light green candy melts (or white chocolate with green food coloring)

Topping

• 1 cup red candy hearts (or any red candy)

Instructions

1. Prepare baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
2. Crush Oreos: Finely crush the Red Velvet Oreos until they resemble a fine crumb using a food processor or by hand in a sealed bag.
3. Mix with cream cheese: Combine the crushed Oreos with softened cream cheese in a bowl, mixing thoroughly until a smooth and uniform dough forms.
4. Form balls: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form uniform balls from the mixture and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Chill: Refrigerate the Oreo balls for 2 hours to firm up before coating.
6. Melt candy coating: Melt the light green candy melts in the microwave in short bursts or over a double boiler until smooth and fluid.
7. Dip Oreo balls: Dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted green candy melts, ensuring full coverage, then place back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
8. Decorate: Drizzle leftover melted candy over the coated balls for extra texture, then press a red candy heart onto the top of each ball while the coating is still soft.
9. Final chilling: Chill the finished Oreo balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to fully set before serving.

Notes

• Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
• Can substitute red velvet Oreos with regular Oreos, though flavor will vary.
• If you don’t have candy melts, white chocolate with green food coloring works fine.
• Use a cookie scoop to ensure uniform size for even chilling and coating.
• Store leftover Oreo balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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