Grinch Oreo Truffles make the perfect treat this holiday season. These Oreo cookie balls will be perfect for a Grinch movie night or party.

Grinch truffles on a platter.
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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 are perfect for holiday parties.

They taste just like traditional Oreo truffles but with lots of festive Grinch-themed embellishments. Kids will go crazy over this fun holiday treat. You might also like Sugar Cookie Truffles, Peppermint Oreo Balls, Christmas Truffles Recipe or Grinch Cake Pops.

Why We Love this Recipe:

  • 5 Ingredients. With minimum ingredients, this is a super easy recipe.
  • 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: 

Ingredients for Grinch truffles - cream cheese, Oreo cookies, white almond bark, green food coloring, red sprinkles
  • Softened Cream Cheese
  • Oreo Cookies
  • White Almond bark
  • Green Gel Food Coloring 
  • Red Heart Sprinkles 

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Flavor Variations:

  • Oreo Flavors. Try using different flavors. Some ideas include: Mint, Red Velvet Oreos, Christmas Oreos, or Golden Oreo cookies.
  • Candy Melts. You can substitute light 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 it in increments. You do not want the chocolate to harden or burn.
  • Red Candy Hearts – Feel free to use any type of red heart candy to add to the design of these truffles.

Step by Step Instructions:

Step 1 – Line a cutting board or baking sheet with parchment paper. Finely crush Oreos in a food processor.

Step 2 – Combine cream cheese and crushed cookies until well blended in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3 – Form mixture into 1″ balls and place on a prepared sheet. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes. This will make it easier to dip the balls in the coating.

Step 4 – 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 5 – Using a fork to dip each ball into the green candy coating to completely coat. Shake off excess and return to the baking sheet.  

Step 6 – Place a heart sprinkle on each truffle before the almond bark sets.  Let the truffle completely sit at room temperature until the almond hardens.  Then the truffles are ready to serve and enjoy! 

Recipe Tips:

  • Food Coloring – Make sure to use gel food coloring in this recipe. Liquid food coloring will cause the almond bark to seize.  
  • Freeze Oreo Balls – Freeze the Oreo balls prior to dipping. It will make them more manageable.
  • Crushing Oreos – If you do not have a food processor, place the Oreo cookies in a ziplock bag. Crush with the back of a spoon or rolling pin.
  • Coating Oreo Balls – The easiest way to coat the truffles is to use a fork to tap the excess chocolate off the Oreo balls.
  • Scooping Dough – Small Cookie scoop make it so much easier to form the balls. The process goes faster and they all will be uniform.
  • Line Baking Sheet – 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.
  • Melting Chocolate – 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.
Grinch truffles on a platter.

How to Dip Oreo Balls in Chocolate:

The best way we have found to dip the Oreo Balls into the melted chocolate is with a fork. You want to make sure to not skip the step to freeze the Oreo Balls.

As this makes it a lot easier to dip into the melted chocolate. The Oreo Balls will stay together and not fall apart.

Up close photo of Grinch truffles.

How to Store:

Place truffles inside an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 3 weeks.

Due to the cream cheese, they do need to be refrigerated.

Can you Freeze?

These Grinch Oreo balls can be frozen for 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.

More Grinch Dessert recipes:

We love hearing from you. If you make these Grinch Christmas Truffles, make sure to leave us a comment.

Grinch Christmas Truffles

5 from 12 votes
Grinch Truffles make the perfect treat this holiday season. These oreo cookie balls will be perfect for a Grinch movie night or party.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 36
Cuisine American
Course Dessert
Calories 147

Ingredients

  • 8 oz softened Cream Cheese
  • 14.5 oz Oreo Cookies
  • 1 pound white almond bark
  • Green Gel Food Coloring
  • Red Heart Sprinkles
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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!

Recipe Notes

Make sure to use gel food coloring as liquid food coloring will cause the almond bark to seize.  
Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 147kcal, Carbohydrates 17g, Protein 1g, Fat 8g, Saturated Fat 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g, Monounsaturated Fat 2g, Trans Fat 0.01g, Cholesterol 6mg, Sodium 68mg, Potassium 35mg, Fiber 0.3g, Sugar 14g, Vitamin A 85IU, Calcium 9mg, Iron 1mg

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