🍪 Christmas Oreo Balls 🎄
Ingredients:
36 Oreo cookies (including filling), roughly crushed
8 oz (1 cup) full-fat cream cheese, softened
12 oz (about 2 cups) white chocolate or white candy melts
1–2 tsp peppermint extract (optional, for added flavor)
Crushed candy canes or festive sprinkles, for garnish
Instructions:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos and softened cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or sturdy spatula to blend until a thick, uniform dough forms. If using, stir in the peppermint extract at this stage.
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them into smooth, compact balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Chill the balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or freeze for 15 minutes) to firm them up—this prevents cracking when dipping.
Melt the white chocolate or candy melts according to package instructions, stirring until silky and smooth.
Using a fork or dipping tool, carefully submerge each chilled ball into the melted white chocolate, coating it completely. Tap gently to remove excess coating and place back onto the parchment paper.
Immediately sprinkle with crushed candy canes or holiday sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
Allow the truffles to set at room temperature or speed up the process by refrigerating for 10–15 minutes. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
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