easy oreo truffles

Odessa, TX
Updated on Oct 20, 2011

I can't remember where I got this recipe but it is very easy and makes a wonderful holiday gift. The net picture shows you the end product.

prep time 25 Min
cook time
method Stove Top
yield

Ingredients

  • 1 - (16 oz) package oreo sandwich cookies, divided (chocolate or vanilla)
  • 1 - (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 2 - (8 oz) package baker's semi-sweet chocolate, melted (can also use chocolate chips or almond bark)

How To Make easy oreo truffles

  • Step 1
    Place 9 of the cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Set aside. (If you do not have a food processor, you can place them in a zippered plastic bag and crush using a rolling pen.)
  • Step 2
    Crush the remaining 36 cookies into fine crumbs and place in a medium bowl.
  • Step 3
    Add cream cheese and mix until well blended.
  • Step 4
    Roll mixture into approximately 40 balls (1-inch diameter or about 1 teaspoonful each). Place on a wax paper lined cooking sheet. Place in refrigerator for @ 1 hour to set up firm.
  • Step 5
    Remove from refrigerator and roll each cookie ball in the melted chocolate, remove using 2 forks to allow excess chocolate to drip off. Place back on the wax paper.
  • Step 6
    Sprinkle the remaining cookie crumbs over the chocolate covered cookie balls.
  • Step 7
    Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Step 8
    Store remaining truffles in the refrigerator.

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