These festive Grinch Oreo Balls are a fun and easy holiday treat inspired by everyone’s favorite green holiday character. Made with crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and white chocolate, they’re colored Grinch green and topped with a small red heart for a whimsical touch. Perfect for Christmas parties, edible gifts, or a fun baking activity with kids!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Easy to Make: Requires only a few ingredients and no baking.
Festive and Fun: Adorably themed to spread Christmas cheer.
Kid-Friendly: Perfect for kids to help decorate with red hearts.
Customizable: Use different colors or decorations to match other holiday themes.
Delicious: A rich, chocolatey, creamy treat everyone will enjoy!
Ingredients
1 package (14.3 oz) Oreos
8 oz cream cheese, softened
12 oz white chocolate or white candy melts
Green food coloring
Red heart sprinkles
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oreo Mixture
Place the Oreos (including the filling) into a food processor. Blend until finely crushed. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with softened cream cheese. Mix until a smooth, dough-like consistency forms.
Step 2: Shape the Balls
Scoop out small portions of the mixture (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll into balls. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Step 3: Coat the Balls
Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in the microwave, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth. Add green food coloring to the melted chocolate and mix until you achieve the desired Grinch green color.
Step 4: Dip and Decorate
Use a fork or dipping tool to coat each Oreo ball in the green chocolate. Tap off excess chocolate and place the coated ball back onto the parchment paper. While the coating is still wet, press a red heart sprinkle onto the top of each ball.
Step 5: Set and Serve
Let the Oreo balls sit until the chocolate is fully set. This can be done at room temperature or by placing them in the refrigerator for faster results. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I use a different flavor of Oreos?
Yes! Mint, red velvet, or even golden Oreos work great for this recipe.
Q2: What if I don’t have a food processor?
Place the Oreos in a sealed plastic bag and crush them using a rolling pin until finely ground.
Q3: Can I use dark or milk chocolate instead of white chocolate?
Yes, but the green coloring may not appear as vibrant.
Q4: How do I store these Oreo balls?
Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Q5: Can I freeze Grinch Oreo Balls?
Yes! Freeze them in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Q6: Can I make these without food coloring?
Absolutely! The Grinch theme may not be as noticeable, but they’ll still taste amazing.
Q7: What’s the best way to melt chocolate?
Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, or use a double boiler for a gentler melt.
Q8: How can I prevent the chocolate from cracking?
Make sure the Oreo balls aren’t too cold when dipping. Let them sit out for 5 minutes after chilling.
Q9: Can I use homemade Oreos for this recipe?
Yes, but it may require more effort to crush and blend them.
Q10: Can I make them larger or smaller?
Of course! Adjust the size to your preference, but note that larger balls may take longer to chill and coat.
Enjoy these festive Grinch Oreo Balls with family and friends! They’re sure to bring smiles and holiday joy to your celebrations.
PrintGrinch Oreo Balls Recipe
These festive Grinch Oreo Balls are a no-bake treat perfect for the holidays! With red velvet Oreo crumbs, cream cheese, and a green candy coating topped with a red heart, they bring the Grinch’s spirit to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 22–24 balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 24.4 ounces Red Velvet Oreos (2 packages, 44 cookies total)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 15 ounces light green candy melts
- Red candy hearts
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet:
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. - Crush Oreos:
Crush the Red Velvet Oreos in a food processor until they reach a fine crumb consistency. Alternatively, place them in a zip closure plastic bag and smash them with a rolling pin. - Mix Filling:
In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with an electric hand mixer on high speed until smooth and creamy. Add the Oreo crumbs and combine thoroughly until uniform. - Form Balls:
Using a 1.5” cookie scoop, portion out the mixture and roll each portion into a smooth ball with your hands. Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet. - Chill:
Refrigerate the cookie balls for at least 2 hours to firm up before dipping. - Melt Candy Melts:
Reserve ½ cup of candy melts for drizzling. Melt the remaining candy melts in a double boiler over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth. - Dip Balls:
Dip each chilled ball into the melted candy using a fork or toothpick. Let any excess drip off before returning them to the baking sheet. - Decorate:
Drizzle the reserved melted candy over the coated balls using a spoon or piping bag. Immediately place a red candy heart on top before the drizzle sets. - Set Coating:
Refrigerate the completed Grinch Oreo Balls until the candy coating is fully set.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Tip: Use a toothpick to help with dipping for cleaner results.
- Variation: Substitute Red Velvet Oreos with your favorite Oreo flavor for a twist!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg