Reindeer Oreo Balls
Servings 24 balls
These easy and festive Reindeer Oreo Truffles are a fun treat to make with the kiddos this holiday season!
Ingredients
- 45 Oreo Cookies about 1 (18oz.) package
- 8 ounce block cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 15 ounces Ghirardelli dark chocolate melting wafers
- 2 cups pretzel twists broken in half
- 48 candy eyes for the eyes
- 24 M&M's or Red Hots for the nose
Instructions
- Line a baking tray with parchment and set it aside.
- Place the 45 Oreo Cookies in a food processor or high speed blender and pulse into fine crumbs.
- In a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer on high speed, beat the softened 8 ounce block cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the Oreo crumbs to the bowl and mix on medium speed until well combined.
- Using a 1½ tablespoon cookie scoop, portion out the Oreo mixture and then roll it in the palms of your hands to make it a smooth ball. Place the rolled balls on the prepared baking tray.
- Once you are done making balls, place the tray into the refrigerator to chill for 2 hours.
- In a double boiler over low heat (or in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring between each one), melt the 15 ounces Ghirardelli dark chocolate melting wafers, stirring every 30 seconds until fully melted and smooth.
- Use a fork to dip one ball at a time into the melted dark chocolate. Lift the fork and tap it on the side to help remove any excess coating. Place the ball back onto the baking tray.
- Carefully insert two broken pretzel pieces (from the 2 cups pretzel twists - these can be broken or cut in advance) for the antlers about ¼”-½” deep.
- Add one of the 24 M&M's or Red Hots for the nose and hold it in place for about 10 seconds or so to allow the chocolate to set a bit otherwise it will slide down.
- Then, add two of the 48 candy eyes right above it.
- Repeat with the rest of the Oreo balls. Reheat the dark chocolate melting wafers over low heat or on a low or defrost setting in the microwave if needed.
- Allow the reindeer oreo balls to set completely before serving, about 15 minutes.
- You can place them in the refrigerator to help them harden faster. Keep refrigerated until ready to eat.
Notes
- Any flavored Oreos will work in this recipe. Use the same amount, about 45 regular cookies.
- Store leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 167kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 206mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 3mg
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