Description
Grinch Oreo Truffles are a vibrant, whimsical no-bake holiday treat, perfect for capturing the spirit of the Grinch. These truffles are simple to make and deliver a rich, creamy, and delicious experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (22 cookies) Red Velvet Oreos
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 7 oz green candy melts
- Red heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Finely crush the 22 Red Velvet Oreo cookies (cream filling included) using a food processor or a Ziploc bag and rolling pin until no large chunks remain.
- Add the 4 oz softened cream cheese to the crushed Oreos. Mix thoroughly with a sturdy spatula or clean hands until a uniform, thick, dough-like consistency is achieved.
- Scoop and roll the mixture into small, smooth balls, about 1 tablespoon each. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. This recipe yields approximately 24-28 truffles.
- Refrigerate the formed truffles for at least 1-2 hours until they are firm. This step is crucial for easy dipping.
- While the truffles chill, melt the 7 oz green candy melts. Use a microwave (30-second intervals, stirring after each) or a double boiler until smooth and lump-free. For a thinner coating, you may stir in 1-2 teaspoons of vegetable shortening or coconut oil.
- Retrieve the chilled truffles. Dip each truffle into the melted green candy melts, using a fork to submerge and lift, allowing excess chocolate to drip off. Place the coated truffle back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Immediately after dipping each truffle, while the coating is still wet, carefully place a single red heart sprinkle onto the truffle, slightly off-center, to create the iconic Grinch heart.
- Once all truffles are dipped and decorated, return the baking sheet to the refrigerator for another 15-30 minutes, or until the candy melt coating is completely set and firm.
- Serve chilled. Store Grinch Oreo Truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 weeks.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg