Description
Celebrate the season with these festive Easter Egg Oreo Balls! Combining the classic, rich flavor of Oreo cookies with a creamy, tangy center and a crisp chocolate coating, these bite-sized treats are decorated with colorful candy eggs for an extra pop of fun. Perfect for holiday parties, egg hunts, or a sweet springtime treat.
Ingredients
Oreo Mixture:
1 (14.3 oz) package Oreo cookies (about 36 cookies)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
Coating:
16 oz (1 lb) semisweet or milk chocolate (or white chocolate, if preferred), chopped or chocolate chips
Decoration:
Mini candy eggs (about 20-30, for embedding or garnishing)
Optional: Sprinkles or crushed nuts for extra decoration
Instructions
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Prepare the Oreo Mixture:
- In a food processor, pulse the Oreo cookies until they reach a fine crumb consistency. Alternatively, place them in a sealed plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- In a large bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs with softened cream cheese until well mixed. The mixture should be thick enough to form into balls.
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Form the Balls:
- Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- For a festive touch, gently press a mini candy egg into the top of each ball.
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Chill:
- Refrigerate the balls for at least 1 hour, or freeze for 20–30 minutes, to firm up the mixture before coating.
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Prepare the Chocolate Coating:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between intervals until smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler over low heat.
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Dip the Balls:
- Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are completely coated.
- Allow any excess chocolate to drip off, then return the balls to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Decorate and Set:
- While the chocolate is still wet, add additional mini candy eggs or sprinkle decorations on top if desired.
- Let the coated balls sit at room temperature or refrigerate until the chocolate is fully set.
Notes
- Ensure that the Oreo mixture is well chilled before dipping; this will help the chocolate adhere better.
- Experiment with different chocolate types or additional mix-ins like a dash of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Oreo Ball (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg