Mint Oreo Truffles Recipe
Mint Oreo Truffles are a delightful no-bake treat combining crushed Mint Oreo cookies and creamy cream cheese, coated in smooth melted chocolate. These bite-sized desserts are easy to make and perfect for parties, holidays, or any occasion craving a sweet, minty indulgence.
- Author: Stella
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (melting chocolate and decorating)
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: About 24 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-bake, Mixing, Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Truffles
- 1 package Mint Oreo cookies (about 15.35 oz)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
For the Coating
- 12 oz white or dark chocolate, melted
- Green food coloring (optional, for white chocolate)
- Sprinkles, crushed Oreos, or chocolate drizzle for decoration
- Crush the Oreos: Use a food processor or place the Mint Oreo cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin until no large pieces remain.
- Mix with Cream Cheese: In a mixing bowl, combine the finely crushed Oreos with the softened cream cheese. Stir together thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
- Shape the Truffles: Roll the Oreo and cream cheese mixture into small balls approximately 1 inch in diameter. Arrange the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Chill: Place the truffle balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Alternatively, you can freeze them for 15 minutes for a quicker set.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt your chosen chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until the chocolate is fully smooth and melted. If using white chocolate, you may add a few drops of green food coloring to tint it.
- Coat the Truffles: Dip each chilled truffle ball into the melted chocolate, using a fork to lift them out and allow excess chocolate to drip off, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
- Decorate: While the chocolate coating is still wet, sprinkle with your choice of sprinkles, crushed Oreo pieces, or drizzle extra melted chocolate over the top for decoration.
- Chill Again: Return the coated truffles to the refrigerator and chill until the chocolate hardens completely, about 15-20 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once set, serve the mint Oreo truffles chilled or at room temperature and enjoy these creamy, minty, chocolate-covered delights.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
- Use parchment paper to prevent the truffles from sticking during chilling.
- If you prefer a stronger mint flavor, you can add a few drops of peppermint extract to the cream cheese mixture.
- The truffles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a firmer texture, freeze the truffles after shaping and before coating with chocolate.
- If melting white chocolate, add the green food coloring gradually to achieve your preferred shade without altering the chocolate’s consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (approximately 20 grams)
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Mint Oreo truffles, no-bake dessert, Oreo balls, mint chocolate dessert, easy holiday treats