Here’s exactly how to make the easiest Oreo balls ever.
Oreo Balls:
If you’ve never tried Oreo balls, think of them as cake-like truffles — rich, chocolatey, and dangerously easy. The classic recipe uses just two ingredients: a package of regular Oreos and one 8-ounce block of softened cream cheese. That simplicity is what makes them a go-to treat for parties, holidays, or an instant homemade dessert.
I like to use a large food processor to get fine, even crumbs. Put the cookies in first and pulse until they’re uniformly crushed. Then cut the cream cheese into chunks so it blends evenly when you process the mixture. When the cream cheese and Oreo crumbs combine, they form a soft, pliable “dough” that’s perfect for shaping.
From here you have two tempting options: snack on the dough straight away (hard to resist) or roll it into bite-sized balls for a neater presentation. I recommend rolling into balls if you’re serving others—use a small cookie scoop or spoon and your hands to form uniform pieces.
Place the formed balls on a baking sheet and chill them in the freezer or refrigerator for 1–2 hours until firm. Once set, melt your coating of choice — semi-sweet chocolate, white chocolate, or even melted peanut butter — and dip each ball, letting excess drip off before returning them to the tray. Chill again so the coating hardens. They’re particularly delicious when served cold.
Decorations are optional. You can add sprinkles, crushed peppermint, a drizzle of contrasting chocolate, or piped icing after the coating sets. Some get decorated right after dipping so toppings adhere while the chocolate is still wet; others are decorated after a quick chill. And some simply remain undecorated because they disappear too fast to bother.
Oreo Balls
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Ingredients
- 1 package regular Oreos
- 1 (8 ounce) block of cream cheese, softened
Instructions
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1. Pulse the Oreos in a food processor until they form fine crumbs. Add the cream cheese cut into chunks and process until a uniform dough forms.
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2. Scoop and roll the mixture into small balls, place on a baking sheet, and chill in the refrigerator or freezer for 1–2 hours until firm.
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3. Dip chilled balls in melted chocolate, white chocolate, or peanut butter. Add toppings or decorations while the coating is wet or after it sets.
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4. Store in the freezer and serve cold for the best texture and flavor.
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Oreo balls are quick to prepare, travel well, and are nearly guaranteed crowd-pleasers. If you love Oreos, you probably already have everything you need in your pantry to make a batch right now.