introduction
These Oreo Truffles make a small sweet bite for the party. You can make them fast. Kids love them. You can pair them with a warm main dish like beef stroganoff for a full meal. They fit well on a snack plate for the holidays.
why make this recipe
You make this recipe for a quick, rich treat. You need few things and little time. You can make many truffles at once. They work well for gifts, for a plate at a party, or for a sweet bite after dinner. They also go well with a sweet meat like honey garlic chicken if you want a full home meal.
how to make Oreo Truffles
You make the dough, shape small balls, then coat them in chocolate. Work in a small clean space. Chill the balls so they stay firm when you dip them. If you like other sweets, try a cake idea like lemon lavender cake for a different treat.
Ingredients :
- 36 Oreo cookies (about one standard pack)
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, soft
- 12 oz (340 g) chocolate for dip (dark or milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla (optional)
- Sprinkles or crushed Oreos to decorate (optional)
- Small pinch of salt (optional)
Directions :
- Put the Oreo cookies in a bag. Crush them to fine crumbs with a rolling pin.
- Put the crumbs in a bowl. Add the soft cream cheese and vanilla. Stir by hand or use a mixer. Mix until smooth and even.
- Use a spoon to take small bits. Roll each into a small ball with your hands. Place balls on a baking sheet lined with paper.
- Chill the balls in the fridge for 30 minutes so they become firm.
- Melt the chocolate in a bowl over hot water or in short bursts in the microwave. Stir until smooth.
- Use a fork to dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate. Let extra chocolate drip off. Place back on paper.
- Add sprinkles or crushed Oreos while the chocolate is wet. Let them set at room temp or chill until the chocolate is hard.
- Serve or store as you like.
how to serve Oreo Truffles
Place truffles on a small plate or a tray. Add a few holiday napkins. Let people pick them up by hand. You can add a small bowl of coffee or milk on the side. For a small salt contrast, add a light pinch from a jar like pink salt for grown ups.
how to store Oreo Truffles
Keep them in a closed box or a jar in the fridge. They last up to two weeks in the fridge. For longer life, freeze them in a single layer on a tray, then move to a freezer bag. They can stay in the freezer for up to two months. Thaw in the fridge before you eat them.
tips to make Oreo Truffles
- Use room temp cream cheese for easy mix. See a tip about room temp for baking.
- Chill the balls well so they do not fall apart in the chocolate.
- Do not heat chocolate too much. Heat in short bursts. Stir well.
- Use a fork and tap it on the bowl rim to remove extra chocolate before you set the truffle on paper.
- Add a small spoon of oil to the chocolate if it is too thick.
variation (if any)
- White chocolate dip: Use white chocolate instead of dark or milk.
- Mint truffle: Add a drop of mint extract to the mix.
- Peanut butter: Mix a little peanut butter into the cream cheese for a nut taste.
- Mini truffles: Make smaller balls for bite size sweets.
- Sprinkle or nuts: Roll wet truffles in nuts, coconut, or sprinkles.
FAQs
Q: How long do they need to chill before dipping?
A: Chill 30 to 60 minutes. They must be firm but not frozen.
Q: Can I use low fat cream cheese?
A: You can, but the mix may be softer. Chill more time to firm it.
Q: Do I need to remove the cream from the Oreos?
A: No. Use the whole cookie. It gives the best mix.
Q: Can I make them a day ahead?
A: Yes. Make them and keep them in the fridge until you serve.
Q: Can I use candy melts instead of chocolate?
A: Yes. Candy melts work and come in many colors.
Conclusion
For more holiday cookie ideas, try this fun version of red velvet crinkle cookies on Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies – holiday cookies – Urban Bliss Life.
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Oreo Truffles
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 36 truffles
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Quick and rich Oreo Truffles, perfect for parties and gifts.
Ingredients
- 36 Oreo cookies (about one standard pack)
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, soft
- 12 oz (340 g) chocolate for dip (dark or milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla (optional)
- Sprinkles or crushed Oreos to decorate (optional)
- Small pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Put the Oreo cookies in a bag and crush them to fine crumbs with a rolling pin.
- In a bowl, mix the Oreo crumbs with soft cream cheese and vanilla until smooth.
- Roll small bits of the mixture into balls and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Chill the balls in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate over hot water or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate using a fork and let excess chocolate drip off.
- Add sprinkles or crushed Oreos while the chocolate is wet and let them set at room temperature or chill until firm.
Notes
Keep in a closed box or jar in the fridge for up to two weeks. For longer storage, freeze for up to two months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling and Dipping
- Cuisine: American
