How to Make Oreo Balls Recipe
Introduction
Oreo balls are a delightful no-bake treat that combines crushed Oreo cookies with cream cheese, all coated in smooth chocolate. They’re perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever you want a quick and delicious dessert that’s easy to make.

Ingredients
- 36 (14.3oz/405g) regular Oreo cookies (not Double-Stuf)
- 8 ounces (226g) full-fat brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 12 ounces (339g) semi-sweet or white chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
- Optional for garnish: sprinkles, Oreo crumbs, additional melted chocolate
Instructions
- Make the Oreo truffle filling: Place the whole Oreos, including filling, in a food processor or blender and pulse until finely ground.
- Combine with cream cheese: In a mixer or the same food processor, beat the Oreo crumbs with the softened cream cheese until fully mixed and smooth.
- Form balls: Use a tablespoon to scoop about 18–22g of the mixture and roll it into a ball with your hands. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. If the mixture is sticky, chill for 15 minutes before rolling. Cover and refrigerate the balls for at least 1 hour or up to 3 days, or freeze for 30 minutes if short on time.
- Melt the chocolate: Combine chopped chocolate and oil in a microwave-safe bowl or a 2-cup liquid measuring cup. Melt in 20-second intervals, stirring well after each until smooth. Alternatively, melt using a double boiler. Let cool for 5 minutes before dipping.
- Coat the Oreo balls: Dip each ball individually into the melted chocolate, swirling to coat completely. Lift with a fork or dipping tool and gently tap off excess chocolate. Slide the coated ball onto a parchment-lined plate using a toothpick or by inverting the dipping tool.
- Add garnishes (optional): While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with sprinkles or Oreo crumbs. You can also drizzle additional melted chocolate over the tops for decoration.
- Set and store: Refrigerate the coated balls for at least 1 hour to let the chocolate harden before serving.
Tips & Variations
- If the mixture feels too soft to roll, chill it longer to make shaping easier.
- Try using white chocolate or dark chocolate for different flavors.
- Experiment with different toppings like chopped nuts or shredded coconut instead of sprinkles.
Storage
Store Oreo balls in an airtight container layered with parchment or wax paper in the refrigerator. They will keep well for up to 2 weeks. For best texture, bring to room temperature for a few minutes before serving. You can also freeze them, but thaw in the fridge to avoid condensation forming on the chocolate coating.
How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use Double-Stuf Oreos for this recipe?
Regular Oreos are recommended because the cream filling is already combined with the cream cheese. Double-Stuf Oreos have extra filling, which can make the mixture too soft and sticky.
How do I prevent the chocolate from melting the Oreo balls when dipping?
Allow the melted chocolate to cool for about 5 minutes after melting. Using chocolate that’s too hot can cause the Oreo balls to soften or melt when dipped.
PrintHow to Make Oreo Balls Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make Oreo Balls featuring crushed Oreo cookies combined with cream cheese, dipped in smooth melted chocolate, and optionally garnished with sprinkles or cookie crumbs. Perfect as a no-bake sweet treat or party finger food.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 36 Oreo balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 36 (14.3 oz / 405 g) regular Oreo cookies (not Double-Stuf)
- 8 ounces (226 g) full-fat brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature
Chocolate Coating
- 12 ounces (339 g) semi-sweet or white chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
Optional Garnishes
- Sprinkles
- Oreo crumbs
- Additional melted chocolate
Instructions
- Make the Oreo truffle filling: Place the entire Oreo cookies, including the filling, in a food processor or blender. Pulse the cookies until they become fine crumbs.
- Mix with cream cheese: Use a hand-held mixer, stand mixer with paddle attachment, or the food processor to beat the Oreo crumbs together with the softened cream cheese until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Form Oreo balls: Using a tablespoon, scoop out about 18-22 grams of the mixture per portion and roll it into a ball using your hands. Place the formed balls onto a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper. If the mixture is too sticky to handle, refrigerate it for 15 minutes before rolling.
- Chill the balls: Cover and refrigerate the Oreo balls for at least 1 hour, or up to 3 days. For quicker setting, freeze them for 30 minutes but do not freeze for longer unless transferring to the fridge afterward.
- Melt the chocolate: Place chopped chocolate and oil in a glass bowl or deep measuring cup. Melt in 20-second increments in the microwave, stirring between each until smooth. Alternatively, melt using a double boiler by placing the bowl over simmering water and stirring constantly. Let the melted chocolate cool for 5 minutes to avoid melting the Oreo balls during dipping.
- Coat the Oreo balls: Submerge each Oreo ball one at a time into the melted chocolate, swirling to coat completely. Lift the ball with a fork or dipping tool and gently tap off excess chocolate. Use a toothpick or twist the dipping tool upside down to release the ball onto a lined plate or baking sheet.
- Add optional garnishes: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with sprinkles, Oreo crumbs, or drizzle extra melted chocolate for decoration.
- Set the chocolate coating: Refrigerate the coated Oreo balls for at least 1 hour to allow the chocolate to fully set before serving or storing.
- Store properly: Keep the Oreo balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator layered with parchment or wax paper for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- If the cream cheese is not soft enough, the mixture will be difficult to blend smoothly.
- Chilling the mixture before rolling helps prevent sticking and makes shaping easier.
- For best results, use regular Oreos, not Double-Stuf, to achieve the right balance of cookie and cream.
- Use a deep container for melting and dipping chocolate to make coating easier and less messy.
- Store Oreo balls in the fridge to maintain texture and increase shelf life.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate for dipping, such as milk chocolate or dark chocolate.
Keywords: Oreo balls, Oreo truffles, no-bake dessert, chocolate dipped, party treats, cream cheese, easy dessert

