Mint Oreo Truffles
Mint Oreo Truffles are delightful no-bake treats made from crushed Mint Oreo cookies mixed with cream cheese and coated in chocolate, perfect for any gathering or as a fun project in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 package Mint Oreo cookies For crushing into crumbs.
- 8 oz cream cheese Softened for easy mixing.
- 12 oz white or dark chocolate Melted for coating.
Optional Ingredients
- green food coloring Optional, for a festive touch if using white chocolate.
- sprinkles, crushed Oreos, or chocolate drizzle For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Crush the Mint Oreo cookies in a food processor until they are fine crumbs, or place them in a sealed bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with softened cream cheese and stir until smooth.
- Roll the mixture into one-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Chilling
- Refrigerate the rolled truffles for at least 30 minutes or freeze for 15 minutes, to firm them up.
Coating
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, ensuring even coverage, then place back on parchment paper.
Decoration
- Sprinkle the tops with decorations like sprinkles or crushed Oreos before the chocolate sets.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.
Notes
Store truffles in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week. They can be frozen for up to three months.