Description
These Delicious Grinch Oreo Balls bring a festive spirit to your dessert table. With their creamy filling and striking color, they make a delightful treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Easy to prepare and deliciously irresistible, these bite-sized balls feature red velvet Oreos and a vibrant green candy coating, making them a charming addition to any festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24.4 ounces red velvet oreos
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 15 ounces light green candy melts
- red candy hearts
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Start by lining a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Crush the Oreos: In a food processor, pulse the Red Velvet Oreos into fine crumbs, about 30 seconds.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese until smooth, then add crushed Oreo crumbs.
- Shape the Balls: Use a 1.5-inch cookie scoop to portion the mixture and roll into smooth balls.
- Chill: Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Melt the Candy Coating: Melt the light green candy melts in a double boiler or microwave.
- Dip the Balls: Dip each ball into the melted green candy, using a fork to ensure full coating.
- Decorate: Drizzle extra melted candy over the dipped balls and place a red candy heart on top.
- Set and Store: Place the tray back in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to let the coating set.
Notes
For a different flavor, substitute regular Oreos for the red velvet variety.
Mascarpone cheese can be used instead of cream cheese for a richer taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
