Description
These Patriotic Oreo Balls are a festive, no-bake dessert made with crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and colorful candy melts, perfect for 4th of July or Memorial Day celebrations.
Ingredients
- 24 Oreo cookies
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 12 oz white chocolate or white candy melts
- Red candy melts (as needed)
- Blue candy melts (as needed)
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Crush Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or a sealed bag and rolling pin.
- Mix Oreo crumbs with softened cream cheese until fully combined into a thick, smooth mixture.
- Scoop and roll mixture into small balls, then place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Chill the balls in the refrigerator for 30–60 minutes until firm.
- Melt white chocolate or white candy melts in short intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted coating until fully covered, then return to the tray.
- Drizzle or decorate with melted red and blue candy melts and add sprinkles while coating is still wet.
- Let set completely at room temperature or refrigerate until firm before serving.
Notes
- Golden Oreos can be used for a different flavor variation.
- Add vanilla or peppermint extract for extra taste.
- Ensure mixture is well combined to prevent balls from falling apart.
- Freeze for up to 2 months for longer storage.
- Best served chilled for ideal texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Oreo ball
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
