Description
Delight in a festive treat with these King Cake Oreo Balls, combining crushed Golden Oreo cookies and cream cheese dipped in white chocolate and decorated with colorful Mardi Gras sprinkles. This no-bake, easy-to-make party snack is perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras or any festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 package Golden Oreo cookies (36 regular sized cookies, not double stuffed)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Coating & Decoration
- 16 ounces white chocolate, melted
- Sprinkles in purple, yellow, and green
- 1 tiny plastic baby (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper to prevent the Oreo balls from sticking.
- Process Oreos and cream cheese: In a food processor, combine the Golden Oreo cookies and softened cream cheese. Pulse until the mixture is completely combined and the cookie pieces are mostly broken down.
- Form balls: Remove the mixture from the processor, scoop out 1-inch portions, and roll into balls. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Freeze balls: Place the baking sheet with the Oreo balls into the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up before dipping.
- Melt white chocolate: While the balls chill, melt the white chocolate using a microwave in short bursts or a double boiler method until smooth.
- Add tiny baby (optional): Remove the truffles from the freezer and, if desired, insert the tiny plastic baby into one of the Oreo balls to keep with King Cake tradition.
- Dip balls in chocolate: Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each Oreo ball completely with melted white chocolate and place them back on the baking sheet.
- Decorate: Immediately sprinkle the chocolate-covered balls with purple, yellow, and green sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet for festive decoration.
- Set coating: Return the decorated Oreo balls to the refrigerator or freezer for about 5 minutes, allowing the chocolate coating to fully set.
- Serve and enjoy: Once set, the King Cake Oreo Balls are ready to be served as a delicious and festive treat.
Notes
- For best results, use Golden Oreos and not double stuffed for optimal texture.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier blending with the cookies.
- The tiny plastic baby is optional but adds a fun, traditional element to the treat.
- White chocolate can be melted carefully to avoid burning by microwaving in 20-second intervals and stirring frequently.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These treats are best served chilled but can sit out for short periods while serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (chocolate melting and setting time separate from freezing)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: King Cake, Oreo Balls, Mardi Gras, no-bake dessert, festive treats, white chocolate, cream cheese
