Creamy Peppermint Oreo Balls Easy Holiday Treat Recipe 2024
These creamy peppermint Oreo balls combine crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and a peppermint-infused white chocolate coating for a quick, festive, and crowd-pleasing holiday treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 Oreo cookies (about 1 3/4 cups crushed)
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 12 oz (340g) white chocolate chips or melting wafers
- Crushed peppermint candies or candy canes (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Place the 24 Oreo cookies into a food processor and pulse until they become fine crumbs (about 1 3/4 cups). If you don’t have a processor, place Oreos in a sealed plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin until finely ground (3-5 minutes).
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened 8 oz cream cheese. Add the crushed Oreos and 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract. Mix thoroughly until a smooth, uniform dough forms (3-4 minutes).
- Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion the mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll gently between palms to smooth. Place balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Melt the 12 oz white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring between, until smooth and pourable.
- Remove chilled balls one at a time and dip into melted white chocolate using a fork or dipping tool. Let excess chocolate drip off and place back on parchment. Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top if desired.
- Let the coated balls set at room temperature or in the fridge until chocolate hardens, about 15-20 minutes. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use softened cream cheese for easy mixing. Crush Oreos finely for best texture. Chill balls well before dipping to prevent falling apart. Use high-quality white chocolate for smooth coating. Work quickly when dipping to keep chocolate smooth. Peppermint extract is essential for flavor but can be substituted with vanilla or almond extract if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Oreo ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
Keywords: Oreo balls, peppermint, holiday treats, no bake, white chocolate, easy dessert, Christmas recipe