Description

These festive Oreo Truffles Ornaments are a delightful holiday treat combining crushed Oreos, creamy softened cream cheese, and vibrant melting wafers. Each truffle is dipped in smooth, colorful chocolate, topped with miniature Reese’s Cups, sprinkles, and a licorice hanger to mimic Christmas tree ornaments. Perfect as a fun and delicious holiday dessert or gift.

Ingredients

Scale

Truffle Mixture

3 cups Oreo cookies (finely crushed)
8 oz block of cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Coating

1½ cups green melting wafers
1½ cups red melting wafers
2 tablespoons Crisco

Decoration

18–20 miniature Reese’s Cups
Christmas sprinkles
2–3 sticks licorice or red vine candy (cut into ½ inch pieces)

Instructions

Prepare the Workspace: Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to keep your truffles from sticking.
Mix the Truffle Base: In a small mixing bowl, combine the finely crushed Oreos, softened cream cheese, and vanilla extract. Cream together until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
Form Truffle Balls: Using a 1-inch cookie scoop, portion out the cookie mixture and roll each scoop between your palms into smooth 1 to 1½-inch balls. Continue until all mixture is used.
Chill the Truffles: Place the truffle balls onto the prepared parchment-lined cookie sheet and refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up.
Prepare Melting Chocolate: About 5-10 minutes before the truffles finish chilling, place one color of the melting wafers into a large bowl. Set this bowl over a pot containing 3-4 inches of boiling water to create a double boiler. Stir frequently with a rubber spatula, adding 1 tablespoon of Crisco, and continue stirring until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted. Remove from heat.
Dip the Truffles: Using two forks or dipping tools, individually dip each chilled truffle ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Roll the ball to cover it evenly.
Decorate and Assemble Ornaments: Place each coated truffle back on the parchment paper. Immediately top with an upside-down miniature Reese’s Cup and sprinkle festive Christmas sprinkles on top.
Add Licorice Hanger: Add a small dollop of melted chocolate on top of the Reese’s Cup, then insert a ½-inch piece of licorice or red vine candy vertically to resemble an ornament hanger.
Refrigerate Dipped Truffles: Chill this half of the dipped truffles in the refrigerator while preparing the second color of melting wafers.
Repeat with Second Color: Repeat the melting process with the remaining color of wafers using the double boiler method. Dip the remaining truffle balls and decorate with the same toppings, then place back on parchment paper.
Final Chill: Return all freshly dipped and decorated truffles to the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to set the chocolate fully before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
Use a double boiler to melt wafers gently to prevent burning or seizing.
Keep truffles well-chilled before dipping to ensure smooth coating and easier handling.
If Crisco is unavailable, vegetable shortening can be used as a substitute to achieve the silky coating.
Customize decorations with different colored sprinkles or candies to match your holiday theme.
Store finished truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Oreo truffles, holiday treats, Christmas ornaments, no-bake dessert, festive chocolates