Description
Simple Reese’s Oreo Balls are an easy and addictive no-bake treat that combines the creamy richness of Reese’s peanut butter cups with the chocolatey crunch of Oreos, all coated in a smooth chocolate shell. Perfect for last-minute desserts, parties, or gifting, these bite-sized balls deliver irresistible flavor and texture in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 20 Oreos (crushed)
- 10 Reese’s peanut butter cups (melted)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup chocolate chips or melting chocolate (for coating)
- Optional sprinkles or crushed Oreos for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Oreo Base: Place the Oreos in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed into crumbs. Alternatively, put the cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin until you achieve a fine texture with some chunks remaining.
- Melt the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups: Gently melt the peanut butter cups using a microwave or double boiler, stirring occasionally until smooth and creamy to infuse the mixture with rich peanut butter flavor.
- Mix Ingredients Together: Combine the crushed Oreos, melted peanut butter cups, and softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl. Knead with a spoon or your hands until a uniform dough forms that holds shape when pressed.
- Shape the Balls: Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls about one inch in diameter. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Coat with Chocolate: Melt your choice of chocolate chips until smooth. Using a fork or toothpick, dip each ball completely in the melted chocolate and return to the parchment paper. Quickly add sprinkles or crushed Oreos before the chocolate sets.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the coated Oreo balls for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate hardens, forming a crisp shell and firm center ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for a smoother texture without lumps.
- Do not over-mix; combine ingredients just enough to hold together but keep the mixture light.
- Chill the balls before dipping to ensure an even chocolate coating with minimal dripping.
- Choose high-quality chocolate for a smoother melt and richer taste.
- Work quickly when dipping and decorating before the chocolate cools and thickens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (approx. 25g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Reese's Oreo Balls, No-bake dessert, Peanut butter chocolate balls, Party snacks, Easy sweet treats