Introduction

Surprise Inside Oreo Balls are a festive and delicious treat perfect for the holidays. These bite-sized snacks feature a hidden candy cane kiss inside creamy Oreo and cream cheese centers, all coated in rich white or chocolate almond bark. They’re easy to make and sure to impress friends and family.

The image shows several chocolate truffles on a white marbled surface with a wooden round slice underneath. Each truffle has three visible layers: a smooth dark chocolate outer coating with a few crushed red and white candy pieces sprinkled on top, a thick dark chocolate cookie crumb middle layer that looks slightly crumbly, and a creamy white candy center shaped like a Hershey's Kiss with red specks. One truffle is cut in half, showing all layers clearly and surrounded by more crushed candy pieces. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

14.3 ounces Oreo chocolate sandwich cookies (about 36 cookies)
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
30 candy cane flavored kisses, unwrapped
6 ounces white almond bark
6 ounces chocolate almond bark
Crushed peppermints or candy canes (optional garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Place the Oreo cookies (including the filling) in a food processor and blend for at least 2 minutes until the cookies become a coarse sand-like texture with no lumps. If needed, remove and gradually add cookies to ensure even grinding.
Step 2: In a stand mixer or a mixing bowl with a handheld mixer set to medium-high speed, combine the Oreo crumbs and softened cream cheese until well incorporated.
Step 3: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
Step 4: Using a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop out the Oreo mixture, shape it into a ball, then flatten slightly.
Step 5: Place one unwrapped candy cane kiss in the center of the flattened mixture. Mold the Oreo mixture around the kiss and roll it into a ball. Place the ball onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat until all kisses are covered.
Step 6: Chill the Oreo balls uncovered in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Step 7: Melt the white and chocolate almond bark separately by microwaving each in two small heat-safe bowls for 1 minute, then stirring and heating at 20-second intervals until smooth and fully melted.
Step 8: Coat half of the chilled Oreo balls in white almond bark and the other half in chocolate almond bark.
Step 9: Sprinkle crushed peppermints or candy canes on top of the coated Oreo balls as an optional festive garnish.
Step 10: If the almond bark thickens during dipping, microwave for 15 seconds and stir until smooth again.

Tips & Variations

Use a small cookie scoop to ensure uniform size and even coating of the Oreo balls.
Substitute the candy cane kisses with regular chocolate kisses or other flavored candies for different surprises inside.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of peppermint extract to the cream cheese mixture.
Use festive sprinkles instead of crushed peppermint for a different decorative touch.

Storage

Store the Oreo balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. To serve, let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly. They can also be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these Oreo balls ahead of time?

Yes, Oreo balls can be made a day or two in advance and stored in the refrigerator. This actually helps the flavors meld together and makes coating easier.

What can I use if I don’t have a food processor?

If you don’t have a food processor, you can place the Oreo cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin until finely ground. It may take a little extra time, but it works well.