Description
These Grinch Oreo Balls are a fun and festive treat for the holiday season. With a creamy Oreo center, coated in green candy melts, and topped with candy eyes and a red heart sprinkle, these adorable treats are sure to bring holiday cheer to your celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of Oreo cookies
- 1 (8 oz) package of cream cheese, softened
- Green candy melts
- Red heart sprinkles
- Candy eyes
Instructions
- Prepare the Oreo Mixture:
Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor until finely ground. - Mix the Oreo Filling:
In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreo cookies with the softened cream cheese until well mixed. - Form the Oreo Balls:
Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. - Chill:
Chill the Oreo balls in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set. - Melt the Candy Coating:
Melt the green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl according to package instructions. - Coat the Oreo Balls:
Dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted green candy melts, ensuring it is fully coated. Place the coated balls back on the parchment paper. - Decorate:
Immediately decorate with candy eyes and a red heart sprinkle to resemble the Grinch’s face. - Set the Coating:
Allow the candy melts to set before serving.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover Grinch Oreo Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the Oreo balls ahead of time and freeze them before dipping in candy melts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes