Heart Oreo Balls Recipe
Introduction
These Heart Oreo Balls are a delightful no-bake treat perfect for any occasion. Combining the classic Oreo cookie flavor with creamy cream cheese and a smooth chocolate coating, they’re both easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
- 36 Oreo cookies
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups melting chocolate wafers
- Sprinkles
- 1/2 cup white chocolate
Instructions
- Step 1: Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until they become fine crumbs.
- Step 2: Mix the cookie crumbs with softened cream cheese until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Step 3: Scoop the mixture into heart-shaped mold cavities, pressing flat with a spatula. Freeze for 25-30 minutes until firm.
- Step 4: Melt the chocolate wafers in 30-second increments in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring according to package directions. Remove the heart truffles from the mold and dip them into the melted chocolate. Shake off any excess and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 5 minutes to set the chocolate.
- Step 5: Melt the white chocolate and transfer it to a piping bag. Drizzle the white chocolate over the heart truffles and immediately decorate with sprinkles.
- Step 6: Keep the truffles refrigerated until ready to enjoy.
Tips & Variations
- For an extra rich flavor, use dark or milk chocolate wafers instead of regular chocolate.
- Try adding a few drops of peppermint extract to the cream cheese mixture for a festive twist.
- If you don’t have a heart mold, roll the mixture into balls and shape by hand before dipping.
Storage
Store the Oreo balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to one month and thaw in the refrigerator before serving. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these without a food processor?
Yes, you can place the Oreo cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush them finely using a rolling pin or a heavy object.
Can I use regular cream cheese instead of softened?
Softened cream cheese blends more easily with the cookie crumbs, so be sure to leave it out at room temperature for about 30 minutes before mixing.
PrintHeart Oreo Balls Recipe
These Heart OREO Balls are a delightful no-bake treat combining crushed Oreo cookies and creamy cream cheese, shaped into charming hearts and coated with rich melted chocolate. Perfect for festive occasions or a sweet snack, they’re easy to make and decorated with a drizzle of white chocolate and colorful sprinkles for a fun and festive touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 36 heart Oreo balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Base
- 36 Oreo cookies
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Coating & Decoration
- 2 cups melting chocolate wafers
- 1/2 cup white chocolate
- Sprinkles, for decorating
Instructions
- Process Oreos: Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse them until they become fine crumbs. The goal is to have evenly crushed cookies without large chunks.
- Mix with cream cheese: Combine the Oreo crumbs with the softened cream cheese and mix thoroughly until you achieve a smooth, uniform mixture.
- Shape the mixture: Scoop the Oreo and cream cheese mixture into heart-shaped mold cavities. Use a spatula to press them flat and compact the mixture well. Freeze the molds for 25 to 30 minutes until the shapes are firm.
- Melt chocolate wafers: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate wafers in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully smooth and melted according to package instructions.
- Coat the hearts: Remove the firm heart Oreo shapes from the mold and dip each into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated. Gently shake off any excess chocolate, then place the coated hearts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 5 minutes to allow the chocolate coating to set.
- Decorate with white chocolate and sprinkles: Melt the white chocolate separately, transfer it into a piping bag or a small plastic bag with a corner snipped off, then drizzle it over the coated hearts. Immediately sprinkle with colorful sprinkles before the drizzle sets.
- Store and serve: Keep the heart Oreo balls refrigerated until you are ready to serve to maintain their shape and freshness.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
- Use a silicone heart mold for easy removal of shapes.
- Chocolate wafers can be substituted with any good-quality melting chocolate.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a firmer texture, freeze the Oreo mixture longer before dipping in chocolate.
Keywords: OREO balls, no-bake dessert, heart-shaped treats, chocolate dipped, cream cheese desserts, Valentine’s Day treats
