Description

There’s nothing quite like the smell of chocolate, cookies, and holiday cheer swirling in the kitchen. These Ornament Oreo Truffles are creamy, chocolatey, and perfectly festive—like mini edible ornaments for your holiday spread. The best part? No baking required! With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a treat that will wow your friends, family, and coworkers.

Ingredients

Scale

80 Oreo cookies, finely crushed (whole cookies, filling included)
16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
48 oz white chocolate or vanilla candy melts
80 mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, unwrapped
2 cups red licorice lace (like Twizzlers Pull ‘n’ Peel), cut into 2-inch strips
2 tbsp holiday nonpareils or sprinkles
Optional: 1 tsp peppermint extract for a minty twist

Tips:

Room-temperature cream cheese ensures a smooth, lump-free truffle mixture.
Candy melts give a perfect, glossy coating that sets nicely.
A cookie scoop helps create uniform truffles.

Instructions

1. Make the Truffle Base

Crush Oreos into fine crumbs using a food processor or place in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
In a large bowl, mix Oreo crumbs with cream cheese (and peppermint extract if using) until fully combined. The mixture should hold together when pinched.

2. Shape and Chill

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Using a small cookie scoop or teaspoon, form balls from the mixture and place them on the sheet.
Freeze for 20–30 minutes to firm up.

3. Melt the Chocolate

Melt candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.
If the chocolate is too thick, add a tiny amount of coconut oil or vegetable shortening (½ tsp at a time) to thin.

4. Dip and Decorate

Dip chilled truffles in melted chocolate using a fork or dipping tool. Tap off excess chocolate.
Place back on parchment. Press a mini peanut butter cup on top to form the ornament cap.
Insert a 2-inch licorice strip under the cup to create a hook.
Sprinkle nonpareils on top while chocolate is still wet.

5. Set and Store

Let truffles sit until chocolate is firm (30–60 minutes at room temperature).
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Peppermint Sparkle: Add peppermint extract to the filling; top with crushed candy canes.
Colorful Ornaments: Use red and green candy melts for variety.
Elegant Touch: Dust truffles with edible gold or silver for a sophisticated look.
Nut-Free Option: Replace peanut butter cups with chocolate disks or decorative candies.

Nutrition

Calories: 120 Cal per truffle
Sugar: 9g
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 12g