Grinch Truffles make the perfect treat this holiday season. These oreo cookie balls will be perfect for a Grinch movie night or party.
Grinch Truffles recipe
Grinch fans will love this easy to make recipe for Grinch Truffles. With only a few ingredients, it is so fast and easy. They turn out so cute and taste really delicious.
They taste just like traditional Oreo truffles but with lots of festive Grinch themed embellishments. Kids will go crazy over this fun treat. You night also like Sugar Cookie Truffles.
Why we love this recipe:
- 5 Ingredients. With minimum ingredients, this recipe is super easy.
- No bake recipe. This treat does not require any baking at all.
- They are delicious. The filling is creamy and the coating is decadent. It all comes together for a great dessert.
- Festive and Fun. Everyone will love how festive this recipe is. It is fun and so delicious.
Ingredients:
- Softened Cream Cheese
- Oreo Cookies
- White almond bark
- Green Gel Food Coloring
- Red Heart Sprinkles
How to make Grinch Christmas Truffles:
- Step 1 – Prepare the pan. Line a cutting board or baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2 – Crush the Oreo Cookies. Finely crush Oreos in a food processor.
- Step 3 – Mix the cream cheese and cookies together. Combine cream cheese and crushed cookies until well blended.
- Step 4 – Make the cookie balls. Form mixture into 1″ balls and place on a prepared sheet.
- Step 5 – Freeze. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes. This will make it easier to dip the balls in coating.
- Step 6 – Heat the almond bark by microwaving for 1 minute. Stir well. Then continue to heat in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval until the almond bark is completely melted. Add in the gel green food coloring and stir until you have your preferred color.
- Step 7 – Dip the balls. Using a fork to dip each ball into the green almond bark to completely coat. Shake off excess and return to the baking sheet.
- Step 8 – Top with a sprinkle. Place a heart sprinkle on each truffle before the almond bark sets.
- Step 9 – Allow the truffles to harden. Let the truffle completely sit at room temperature until the almond hardens. Then the truffles are ready to serve and enjoy!
How to store truffles:
Place truffles inside an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 3 weeks.
Due to the cream cheese, they do need to be refrigerated.
How to freeze Oreo balls:
These can be frozen up to 3 to 4 months. Just make sure to store them inside an airtight container. Also, make sure they are completely cool before freezing.
Thaw in the fridge when ready to serve. They are delicious at room temperature or chilled.
Recipe tips:
- Make sure to use gel food coloring in this recipe. Liquid food coloring will cause the almond bark to seize.
- Freeze the oreo balls prior to dipping. It will make them more manageable.
- If you do not have a food processor, place the Oreo cookies in ziplock bag. Crush with the back of a spoon or rolling pin.
- The easiest way to coat the truffles is to use a fork to tap the excess chocolate off the Oreo balls.
- Cookie scoops make it so much easier to form the balls. The process goes faster and they all will be uniform.
- It is helpful to line the baking sheet with parchment paper before adding the Oreo balls. It will make cleanup so much easier. You can just toss the paper when you are finished.
- Microwave the almond bark in increments. It is important to stir in between each increment and continue melting in increments. This will prevent it from burning.
Flavor variations for Grinch Oreo Balls:
- Oreo Flavors. Try using different flavors. Some ideas include: Mint, Red Velvet Oreos, Christmas Oreos, or Golden Oreo cookies.
- Candy Melts. You can substitute green candy melts instead of almond bark. You can also use white candy melts and green gel food coloring.
- White chocolate. You can use melted chocolate in this recipe if you prefer. Just place the chocolate in the microwave and melt in increments. You do not want to the chocolate to harden or burn.
Grinch Oreo Truffles make the best treat.
This easy recipe is really cute and turns out awesome. The candy coating looks so pretty and the heart sprinkle adds the final touch.
I think it would be so fun to have a movie night and gather everyone to watch the Grinch. You can serve these Grinch Truffles for a fun movie snack.
It is such an easy recipe that anyone can make these in minutes. Give it a try for the best dessert.
Print the recipe for Grinch truffles below:
Grinch Christmas Truffles
Ingredients
- 8 oz softened Cream Cheese
- 14.5 oz Oreo Cookies
- 1 pound white almond bark
- Green Gel Food Coloring
- Red Heart Sprinkles
Instructions
- Line a cutting board or baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Finely crush Oreos in a food processor.
- Combine cream cheese and crushed cookies until well blended.
- Form mixture into 1″ balls and place on a prepared sheet.
- Place in the freezer for 30 minutes.
- Heat the almond bark by microwaving for 1 minute. Stir well. Then continue to heat in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval until the almond bark is completely melted. Add in the gel green food coloring and stir until you have your preferred color.
- Using a fork to dip each ball into the green almond bark to completely coat. Shake off excess and return to the baking sheet.
- Place a heart sprinkle on each truffle before the almond bark sets.
- Let the truffle completely sit at room temperature until the almond bark hardens. Then the truffles are ready to serve and enjoy!
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- Grinch Popcorn Recipe
- Easy Grinch Cookies Recipe