Delicious holiday treats for all!
There’s nothing quite like making festive treats that leave everyone wanting more! These Grinch Oreo Balls are a delightful combination of the classic Oreo flavor and the vibrant red velvet twist, perfect for holiday gatherings. With a chocolatey coating and a sweet filling that melts in your mouth, these treats are sure to be a hit during any celebration. The best part? They’re incredibly easy to make and require no baking—just mix, shape, and chill! Get ready to impress your family and friends with these adorable and scrumptious treats that embody holiday cheer! 🍪✨
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours (includes chilling)
- Servings: 24 balls
📝 Ingredients List
- 1 package Red Velvet Oreos (single-stuffed)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or melting chocolate
- ¼ cup crushed peppermint (optional for garnish)
- Green food coloring (optional for decoration)
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Mixing bowls
- Food processor (or large zip-top bag and rolling pin for crushing Oreos)
- Spatula
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Microwave-safe bowl
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Crush the Oreos: Place the Red Velvet Oreos into a food processor and pulse until they are finely crushed. If you don’t have a processor, place them in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin. 🍪
- Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine the crushed Oreos and softened cream cheese. Mix well until fully incorporated. The mixture should be thick and dough-like.
- Shape Balls: Use your hands to roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill: Put the baking sheet in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, allowing the balls to firm up.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. 🍫
- Coat the Balls: Dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted chocolate, making sure to coat them evenly. Use a fork to remove excess chocolate and place them back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Decorate: If desired, add crushed peppermint or a drizzle of colored chocolate on top of the coated balls for a festive look before the chocolate hardens.
- Set: Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature or place them back in the fridge to speed up the process. Enjoy once fully set! 🎉
💡 Pro Tips Section
- Storage: Store your Oreo balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. They also freeze well; just make sure to use a freezer-safe container!
- Substitutions: If you want to switch it up, use different flavors of Oreos or substitute cream cheese with a vegan alternative.
- Meal Prep: Make these treats ahead of time! They keep well, making them perfect for holiday parties and gatherings.
- Serving Ideas: Serve them on a festive platter or individually wrapped as holiday gifts for friends and family!
📊 Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|————–|———-|———|——-|—–|——-|——-|
| 1 plate | 420 | 18g | 35g | 22g | 4g | 6g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
FAQs
Q: Can I use different flavors of Oreos?
A: Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with any flavor you like.
Q: How can I make them gluten-free?
A: Look for gluten-free Oreos or use a gluten-free cookie alternative in place of the Oreos.
Q: Can I use dark chocolate instead of white chocolate?
A: Yes! Dark chocolate will give a deliciously rich flavor to the Oreo balls.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Keep any leftover Oreo balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage!
Grinch Oreo Balls with Red Velvet Oreos
- Total Time: 120 minutes
- Yield: 24 balls 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delicious holiday treats combining classic Oreo flavor with a vibrant red velvet twist, perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
- 1 package Red Velvet Oreos (single-stuffed)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or melting chocolate
- ¼ cup crushed peppermint (optional for garnish)
- Green food coloring (optional for decoration)
Instructions
- Crush the Oreos: Place the Red Velvet Oreos into a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Alternatively, crush them in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin.
- Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine crushed Oreos and softened cream cheese, mixing well until thick and dough-like.
- Shape Balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Coat the Balls: Dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring even coverage. Remove excess with a fork and place back on the parchment-lined sheet.
- Decorate: Add crushed peppermint or a drizzle of colored chocolate on top for a festive look before the chocolate hardens.
- Set: Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature or refrigerate to speed up the process. Enjoy once set!
Notes
Store Oreo balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. They freeze well too.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
