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3-Ingredient No-Bake Oreo Balls

3-Ingredient No-Bake Oreo Balls Recipe: Easy Chocolate Truffles

Easy and decadent, these no-bake Oreo balls require only three ingredients and minimal effort, making them the perfect quick dessert or holiday truffle treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings (approx. 24 balls)
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

No-Bake Truffle Base
  • 1 package (14.3 ounce) Oreo Cookies approximately 36 cookies, including the cream filling
  • 1 block (8 ounce) Full-Fat Cream Cheese completely softened to room temperature
Coating
  • 16 ounces Chocolate Melting Wafers or candy melts / high-quality chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Food Processor (or Rolling Pin)
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Small Cookie Scoop (1-1.5 tbsp)
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper or Wax Paper
  • Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler
  • Dipping Tools (Forks or Skewers)

Method
 

Preparation and Chilling
  1. Place the entire contents of the Oreo package (cookies and filling) into a food processor. Process the cookies on high speed until they are finely ground into uniform crumbs, resembling fine sand. If you do not have a food processor, crush the cookies thoroughly in a heavy-duty plastic bag using a rolling pin.
  2. Transfer the fine Oreo crumbs into a large mixing bowl. Add the fully softened cream cheese. Use a sturdy spatula or electric mixer on low speed to thoroughly combine the mixture until a thick, truffle-like dough is formed that holds its shape when rolled.
  3. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Using a small cookie scoop, portion out uniform amounts. Roll the portions between your palms to form smooth, round balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place the formed balls onto the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Place the baking sheet containing the Oreo balls into the refrigerator. Chill the balls for a minimum of 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours. This chilling step is essential as it hardens the balls, making them firm and easy to dip in warm chocolate.
Dipping and Finishing
  1. Melt the Chocolate Coating: Place the chocolate melting wafers into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each interval, until the chocolate is smooth, fully melted, and lump-free. Alternatively, use a double boiler for melting.
  2. Remove the chilled Oreo balls from the refrigerator. Using a dipping fork or specialized tool, completely submerge one ball at a time into the melted chocolate. Tap the fork gently against the side of the bowl to allow any excess coating to drip off, ensuring the coating is thin and even.
  3. Place the coated Oreo ball back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat the dipping process until all balls are coated. If desired, immediately sprinkle the tops with additional Oreo crumbs, sprinkles, or a contrasting drizzle of white chocolate before the coating sets.
  4. Allow the chocolate coating to fully harden. This can take about 1 to 2 hours at cool room temperature, or about 15 to 20 minutes if placed back in the refrigerator. Once the coating is firm, transfer the Oreo balls to an airtight container. Store the No-Bake Oreo Balls in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

For easier dipping, use a tall, narrow mug to melt the chocolate—this ensures there is enough depth to fully submerge the balls without using excessive amounts of chocolate. If the chocolate thickens while dipping, microwave it again for 10-15 seconds to smooth it out. You can reserve 1-2 tablespoons of the crushed Oreo crumbs before mixing to use as a garnish.