Grinch Red Velvet Oreo Balls

5 from 8 votes

Grinch Red Velvet Oreo Balls

Author: Nikki Lee

Servings: balls

Prep Time 1

chilling / setting time 2

Total Time 3

Ingredients

▢ 2 packages (12.2 ounce) Red Velvet Oreos 44 cookies
▢ 8 ounce block cream cheese softened to room temperature
▢ 15 ounces light green candy melts divided
▢ red heart sprinkles

Instructions

Line a baking tray with parchment and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer on high speed, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
In a food processor or blender, pulse Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. Add the Oreo crumbs to the cream cheese and mix together until well combined.
Scoop out even-sized balls using a 1.5” cookie scoop, then roll them out in the palms of your hands until smooth.
Place onto the prepared baking tray and refrigerate for 2 hours. Chilling the balls will help them keep their shape when dipping into the melts.
Set aside ½ to ¾ cup of the light green candy melt pieces to use later for drizzle if desired. Prepare a double boiler over low heat, or use a candy melting pot and melt the remaining light green wafers until smooth. Stir every minute to ensure it is heating evenly.
Dip each ball one at a time into the melts and remove it with a fork. Tap the fork on the edge of the double boiler or pot to remove any excess coating. Then place onto the parchment-lined baking tray and repeat with the rest of the balls.
Place ½ cup of the set aside candy melts into a microwave-safe piping bag, twist it shut, and melt it in the microwave on a low or defrost setting until fully melted and smooth. Massage the bag every 30 - 60 seconds to ensure it is melting evenly.
Once melted, snip a small corner of the tip of the piping bag off and drizzle over the coated balls, four at a time. Immediately top with a red heart sprinkle before the drizzle sets completely.
Allow the coating to fully set before serving. You can place them in the refrigerator to help them set up faster. Enjoy!

Notes

Storage: With cream cheese in the recipe, storing these Grinch bites in the refrigerator is best to prevent them from spoiling and avoid leaving them at room temperature for more than 2 hours. Use an airtight container to store them in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Freeze: These are a great make-ahead treat, or if you find yourself with extras and want to save them for another holiday party, freezing is an option. Simply place them in a freezer bag or a freezer-safe container, and they will be safe for 3-4 months.

- Use a cookie scoop to keep the balls all the same size. It is about a tablespoon of the Oreo mixture.
- The extra filling may yield a wetter mixture when using Double Stuf or Mega Stuf Oreos. So, reduce the amount of cream cheese in the recipe. I recommend sticking with the standard Oreo filling.
- Always shake off the excess dip before you place it on the parchment to avoid a big green puddle.
- Order your heart sprinkles online before the holiday season to ensure the stores do not run out!

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