Grinch Oreo Balls – Festive, Fun, and No-Bake Delight

Grinch Oreo Balls are the ultimate holiday treat—fun, festive, and incredibly easy to make! With a creamy Oreo cookie center, coated in smooth green chocolate, and topped with a tiny red candy heart, these bite-sized goodies are a whimsical nod to the classic Christmas story. Perfect for parties, cookie trays, or gifting, they’re as delicious as they are adorable.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

No-Bake Magic: Quick, simple, and no oven required.
Festive Fun: Perfect for Christmas parties and holiday cookie swaps.
Kid-Friendly: A treat little ones will love to help make.
Sweet & Creamy: Rich Oreo filling wrapped in smooth chocolate.

Ingredients

  • 36 Oreo cookies (regular, not double-stuffed)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 12 oz green candy melts (or white chocolate dyed with green food coloring)
  • Red heart sprinkles (or red M&M minis)
  • Optional: 1 tsp coconut oil (helps thin the candy melts for dipping)

Instructions

1. Crush the Cookies
Place Oreos in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs. (Or crush in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin.)

2. Mix the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine Oreo crumbs and softened cream cheese until smooth and dough-like.

3. Shape & Chill
Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the freezer for 30–60 minutes until firm.

4. Melt the Coating
Melt green candy melts (or dyed white chocolate) in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Add a little coconut oil if too thick.

5. Dip & Decorate
Dip each Oreo ball into the melted chocolate, coating completely. Place back on parchment and top with a red candy heart before the coating sets.

6. Chill & Serve
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to fully set. Serve chilled or store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 120
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fat: 7g
Protein: 1g
Fiber: 0g

Tips for Success

  • Freeze Before Dipping: Makes it easier to coat without crumbs falling into the chocolate.
  • Thin Chocolate as Needed: A teaspoon of coconut oil helps create a smoother dip.
  • Work Quickly: Add the heart sprinkle before the chocolate hardens.
  • Make Ahead: These store well for 4–5 days in the fridge or up to 2 months in the freezer.

Why This Recipe Works

The creamy Oreo-cream cheese filling paired with the festive green chocolate shell makes these treats irresistible. The little red candy heart adds a charming holiday touch that makes them both tasty and picture-perfect for parties.

Grinch Oreo Balls are the perfect no-bake holiday dessert—whimsical, easy to make, and guaranteed to bring smiles to kids and adults alike. With their creamy centers, festive colors, and fun decoration, they’ll quickly become a seasonal favorite on your Christmas dessert table.

Grinch Oreo Balls – Festive, Fun, and No-Bake Delight

Servings

24

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time
Calories

120

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

20

minutes

Grinch Oreo Balls are the ultimate holiday treat—fun, festive, and incredibly easy to make! With a creamy Oreo cookie center, coated in smooth green chocolate, and topped with a tiny red candy heart, these bite-sized goodies are a whimsical nod to the classic Christmas story. Perfect for parties, cookie trays, or gifting, they’re as delicious as they are adorable.

Ingredients

  • 36 Oreo cookies (regular, not double-stuffed)

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 12 oz green candy melts (or white chocolate dyed with green food coloring)

  • Red heart sprinkles (or red M&M minis)

  • Optional: 1 tsp coconut oil (helps thin the candy melts for dipping)

Instructions

  • Crush the Cookies
    Place Oreos in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs. (Or crush in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin.)
  • Mix the Filling
    In a mixing bowl, combine Oreo crumbs and softened cream cheese until smooth and dough-like.
  • Shape & Chill
    Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the freezer for 30–60 minutes until firm.
  • Melt the Coating
    Melt green candy melts (or dyed white chocolate) in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Add a little coconut oil if too thick.
  • Dip & Decorate
    Dip each Oreo ball into the melted chocolate, coating completely. Place back on parchment and top with a red candy heart before the coating sets.
  • Chill & Serve
    Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to fully set. Serve chilled or store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

  • Freeze Before Dipping: Makes it easier to coat without crumbs falling into the chocolate.
    Thin Chocolate as Needed: A teaspoon of coconut oil helps create a smoother dip.
    Work Quickly: Add the heart sprinkle before the chocolate hardens.
    Make Ahead: These store well for 4–5 days in the fridge or up to 2 months in the freezer.

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