No-Bake Grinch Oreo Truffles Recipe
Introduction
These No-Bake Grinch Oreo Truffles are a fun and festive treat perfect for the holiday season. With a rich, creamy center and a vibrant green coating, they’re sure to delight both kids and adults alike. Best of all, they’re quick and easy to make with just a few ingredients.
Ingredients
- 36 pieces Oreo Cookies, crushed (Any chocolate sandwich cookie works if Oreos are unavailable.)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened (Mascarpone can be used for a softer texture.)
- 1 cup Green Candy Melts (Use white chocolate with a few drops of green food coloring if green melts are unavailable.)
- Chocolate Sprinkles, to taste (Can be replaced with crushed nuts or festive decorations.)
- 1 pack Wilton Candy Eyes (Small chocolate chips can be used if candy eyes are unavailable.)
Instructions
- Step 1: Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form, or place them in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs with the softened cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Step 3: Roll about a tablespoon of the mixture into a ball and place them on a lined baking sheet. Repeat until all mixture is used.
- Step 4: Chill the truffles in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Step 5: Melt the green candy melts according to package instructions until smooth.
- Step 6: Dip each truffle into the melted candy coating using a fork, gently tapping off excess coating.
- Step 7: While the coating is still wet, place the candy eyes on top and sprinkle with chocolate sprinkles.
- Step 8: Allow the coated truffles to set at room temperature or refrigerate for about 15 minutes until firm.
Tips & Variations
- For a different flavor, try crushing peppermint cookies instead of Oreos for a minty twist.
- If you can’t find green candy melts, white chocolate with green food coloring works just as well.
- Use festive sprinkles or crushed nuts to customize the look and texture of your truffles.
- For a softer center, substitute cream cheese with mascarpone cheese.
Storage
Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. If you prefer, freeze them for longer storage and thaw in the refrigerator before serving. When reheating, allow them to come to room temperature for the best texture; avoid microwaving as this can melt the candy coating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of cookie instead of Oreos?
Yes, any chocolate sandwich cookie can be used as a substitute. You may need to adjust the sweetness depending on the cookie chosen.
What can I use if I don’t have candy eyes?
Small chocolate chips or edible decorations work well as a replacement for candy eyes and can give a similar fun effect.
PrintNo-Bake Grinch Oreo Truffles Recipe
These No-Bake Grinch Oreo Truffles are a festive and fun holiday treat featuring crushed Oreo cookies mixed with cream cheese, coated in vibrant green candy melts, and decorated with candy eyes and chocolate sprinkles. Perfect for a quick and easy dessert that requires no baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 36 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Truffle Base
- 36 pieces Oreo Cookies, crushed (Any chocolate sandwich cookie works if Oreos are unavailable)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened (Mascarpone can be used for a softer texture)
Coating and Decoration
- 1 cup Green Candy Melts (Use white chocolate with a few drops of green food coloring if green melts are unavailable)
- To taste Chocolate Sprinkles (Can be replaced with crushed nuts or festive decorations)
- 1 pack Wilton Candy Eyes (Small chocolate chips can be used if candy eyes are unavailable)
Instructions
- Crush the Oreos: Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until they become fine crumbs. Alternatively, put the cookies in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin until finely ground.
- Combine with Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, mix the crushed Oreo crumbs with the softened cream cheese. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and uniform.
- Form the Truffles: Using about a tablespoon of the mixture at a time, roll it into balls and place them on a lined baking sheet. Repeat this process until all the mixture is used.
- Chill the Truffles: Place the baking sheet with the formed truffles in the refrigerator and chill for about 30 minutes to allow the truffles to firm up.
- Melt the Candy Coating: Melt the green candy melts according to the package instructions until the coating is smooth and ready for dipping.
- Dip the Truffles: Using a fork, dip each chilled truffle into the melted green candy coating. Gently tap the fork to remove excess coating from the truffle.
- Decorate: While the coating is still wet, place two candy eyes onto each truffle to give them their Grinchy expression, then sprinkle chocolate sprinkles over the top for added decoration.
- Set the Coating: Allow the coated truffles to set either at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes until the candy coating is firm and hardened.
Notes
- If green candy melts are unavailable, substitute with white chocolate and add a few drops of green food coloring.
- You can replace candy eyes with small chocolate chips or edible googly eyes.
- Chocolate sprinkles can be swapped out for crushed nuts or other festive decorations.
- Store leftover truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a softer truffle texture, try using mascarpone cheese instead of cream cheese.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to ensure smooth mixing.
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