Oreo Truffle Balls with Pink Candy (Printable)

Creamy Oreo-cream cheese centers coated in vibrant pink candy for a satisfying snap and rich chocolate flavor.

# What You'll Need:

→ Truffle Base

01 - 36 Oreo cookies with filling (14.3 oz)
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature

→ Coating & Decoration

03 - 12 oz pink candy melts or white candy melts tinted with pink oil-based coloring
04 - 1 teaspoon vegetable shortening, optional for smoother coating
05 - Sprinkles or edible pearls for decoration, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form. Alternatively, crush the cookies in a sealed zip-top bag using a rolling pin.
02 - Transfer crumbs to a mixing bowl. Add softened cream cheese and stir with a spatula until completely combined and uniform in color.
03 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into firm balls between your palms. Place each truffle onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining mixture.
04 - Chill truffle balls in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or freezer for 15 minutes, until firm enough for dipping.
05 - Melt the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals at medium power, stirring between each session until smooth. Stir in vegetable shortening if desired for a shinier, smoother coating.
06 - Using a dipping fork or regular fork, dip each chilled truffle ball into the melted candy coating. Tap gently to remove excess coating, then return to the parchment-lined tray.
07 - While the coating is still wet, decorate with sprinkles or edible pearls as desired.
08 - Let the coated truffles set at room temperature, or chill in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes until the coating is hardened.
09 - Serve chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Only two ingredients for the truffle base means you can whip these up without a grocery run.
  • The pink candy shell adds a festive pop that makes even a Tuesday feel like a celebration.
  • They hold up beautifully in the fridge, so you can make them ahead and pull them out whenever company arrives.
  • Each bite delivers that nostalgic Oreo flavor wrapped in a glossy, sweet coating that snaps just right.
02 -
  • If the candy coating is too thick, it will clump around the truffle instead of creating a smooth shell, so don't skip the shortening if your melts seem stiff.
  • Warm hands can soften the truffles while you roll them, making them sticky and hard to coat, so work quickly and rinse your palms with cold water between batches.
  • Let the coating drip for a few extra seconds on the fork to avoid puddles of candy pooling at the base of each truffle on the tray.
03 -
  • Use a small cookie scoop to portion the truffle mixture so every ball comes out the same size and looks uniform on the platter.
  • If the candy coating starts to thicken while you work, pop it back in the microwave for 10 seconds to loosen it up again.
  • Freeze any leftover truffles for up to a month and let them thaw in the fridge for an hour before serving, they'll taste just as fresh.
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