Oreo Truffle Balls with Pink Candy Coating (Printable)

Creamy Oreo cream cheese spheres dipped in vibrant pink candy coating for a satisfying snap and rich chocolate center.

# What You'll Need:

→ Truffle Base

01 - 36 Oreo cookies with filling (14.3 oz)
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature

→ Coating and Decoration

03 - 12 oz pink candy melts or white candy melts tinted with pink oil-based coloring
04 - 1 teaspoon vegetable shortening, optional for smoother coating
05 - Sprinkles or edible pearls for decoration, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form. Alternatively, crush cookies in a sealed zip-top bag using a rolling pin.
02 - Transfer crumbs to a mixing bowl. Add softened cream cheese and stir with a spatula until completely combined and uniform in color.
03 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into firm balls between your palms. Place each truffle onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and repeat with remaining mixture.
04 - Chill truffle balls in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or freezer for 15 minutes until firm enough for dipping.
05 - Melt the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals at medium power, stirring between each session until smooth. Stir in vegetable shortening if desired for a shinier, smoother coating.
06 - Using a dipping fork or regular fork, dip each chilled truffle ball into the melted candy coating. Tap gently to remove excess coating, then return to the parchment-lined tray.
07 - While the coating is still wet, decorate with sprinkles or edible pearls as desired.
08 - Let the coated truffles set at room temperature, or chill in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes until the coating is hardened.
09 - Serve chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Only two ingredients form the truffle base, so theres almost nothing to measure or mess up.
  • The vibrant pink coating makes them look bakery-perfect without any piping or fancy decorating skills.
  • Theyre endlessly customizable for every holiday, party theme, or mood you want to match.
  • Each bite delivers that satisfying candy shell snap followed by a rich, fudgy Oreo cream that melts on your tongue.
02 -
  • If your cream cheese is too cold, you'll end up with clumps that never fully blend, so always bring it to room temperature first.
  • Chilling the truffles before dipping is non-negotiable because warm centers will melt the candy coating and create a gloppy mess instead of a smooth shell.
  • Stir the melted candy melts gently and avoid overheating them, or they'll seize up into a thick, grainy paste that's impossible to dip with.
03 -
  • Freeze the rolled truffle balls for 10 minutes instead of refrigerating them if you want an even firmer center that's easier to dip without breakage.
  • Wipe your dipping fork clean between truffles to keep the coating smooth and free of crumbs that can make it look messy.
  • If the candy melts start to thicken as you work, reheat them in short 10-second bursts and stir gently to bring back that silky consistency.
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