Today we’re talking about a classic Christmas treat – OREO Cookie Balls. There are so many new ideas everywhere you look, but sometimes the best recipes are the ones you’ve loved forever. I remember making Oreo Cookie Balls with my sister, covering them in white almond bark and enjoying the bite sized chocolatey goodness. Such a simple, easy treat and one that’s always the first thing to go at any party.
It’s been a few years since I’ve made a batch of these…like before I had a food processor or stand mixer to take care of all of the hard stuff. Don’t get me wrong, crushing cookies with a baggie and rolling pin works just fine and mixing cookie crumbs and cream cheese in a big bowl with a wooden spoon will eventually get done. But having small appliances that do those jobs made these an even easier treat to put together.
I used classic Oreos for these cookie balls, but you could also use their candy cane or mint version if you’d like. The Wilton Candy Melts I used were in the holiday baking section or you can always find them at craft stores like Michaels or JoAnns. These cookie balls can be made ahead and placed in the freezer until you’re ready to serve them. One less thing for you to worry about the day of a party!
A classic treat goes festive - this Christmas OREO Cookie Ball Tree is simple to make and is always a crowd pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 pkg. OREO COOKIES (I used Double Stuff)
- 1 8 oz. pkg. CREAM CHEESE
- 1 1/2 (12 oz.) pkgs. WILTON GREEN CANDY MELTS
- SPRINKLES/SPARKLING SUGAR, for decorating
- Piece of a Chocolate Bar to make the stump
Instructions
- Crush cookies finely using a food processor or rolling pin and baggie.
- Place in a large bowl with cream cheese. Mix until well combined. Scoop into 1 Tablespoon sized balls, place in freezer for 10 minutes.
- Melt candy melts according to directions. Dip cookie balls into candy coating, sprinkle immediately with sprinkles or sparkling sugar. Put on waxed paper lined baking sheet until firm.
- Arrange in Christmas tree shape and take to your next holiday party.
Notes
*You can make these ahead of time and freeze until needed.
This post has been sponsored by OREO, all opinions are my very own.
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Such a cute presentation!! PINNED
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I adore this set up! Cute cute!!
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Becca, this the best cookie ball display I have ever seen! I could seriously devour the whole tree (even the trunk)!
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Becca, I love this festive Christmas idea! It’s so cute and completely a feasible task even for the busiest holiday hostess. So happy I found your blog today from the Delish Desserts linkup. After reading your bio, I think we would be great pals. I love coffee, thrifting, Jesus… Have a super week.
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Hi there, Jelli! Thank you so much for your sweet comment. It’s nice to ‘meet’ you, I look forward to reading a bit more on your blog about your family’s adventures in Costa Rica 🙂 Merry Christmas!!