Pumpkin Oreo Balls Recipe
Introduction
These Pumpkin Oreo Balls are a fun and festive no-bake treat perfect for fall gatherings or Halloween parties. With crushed Oreo cookies blended into creamy filling and coated in vibrant orange candy melts, they bring a delightful pumpkin-inspired twist to a classic favorite.
Ingredients
- 36 Oreo cookies
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 12 oz orange candy melts
Instructions
- Step 1: Pulse the Oreo cookies in a food processor until they are finely crumbled.
- Step 2: Mix the crumbled cookies with the softened cream cheese until well combined.
- Step 3: Scoop the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Step 4: Use a toothpick to gently score lines into each ball to resemble pumpkin ridges. Return to the refrigerator for another 10 minutes.
- Step 5: Meanwhile, melt the orange candy melts using a double boiler or microwave, following package instructions.
- Step 6: Dip each Oreo ball into the melted chocolate, shaking off excess, and place them back on the lined baking sheet. Quickly add a small pretzel stick on top as a pumpkin stem and decorate with leaf icing if desired.
- Step 7: Refrigerate the finished balls until ready to serve.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice to the cream cheese mixture before shaping the balls.
- Use white or dark chocolate melts for a different look, and color them with orange food coloring if needed.
- Try decorating with edible green icing to create pumpkin leaves and vines.
Storage
Store the pumpkin Oreo balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Allow them to come to room temperature for a few minutes before serving for the best flavor and texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I freeze these Oreo balls?
Yes, you can freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe container. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
What can I use instead of cream cheese?
You can substitute cream cheese with mascarpone for a richer texture, or use a dairy-free cream cheese to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
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Pumpkin Oreo Balls Recipe
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 36 pumpkin Oreo balls 1x
Description
These Pumpkin Oreo Balls are a delightful no-bake dessert perfect for fall gatherings and Halloween parties. Made with crushed Oreo cookies blended with cream cheese, then coated in vibrant orange candy melts and decorated to look like pumpkins, they are as fun to make as they are to eat.
Ingredients
Base
- 36 Oreo cookies
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
Coating and Decoration
- 12 oz orange candy melts
- Small pretzel sticks for stems
- Leaf-shaped icing decorations
Instructions
- Crush Oreos: Pulse Oreo cookies in a food processor until finely crumbled to create a uniform cookie base.
- Mix with Cream Cheese: Add softened cream cheese to the crushed Oreos and mix thoroughly until well combined into a sticky dough.
- Form Balls and Chill: Scoop the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-covered baking sheet. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Score Pumpkin Lines: Use a toothpick to gently score vertical lines on each ball to resemble pumpkin ridges. Place the balls back into the refrigerator for an additional 10 minutes to set the shapes.
- Melt Candy Coating: Melt the orange candy melts using a double boiler or microwave per package instructions, stirring until smooth.
- Dip and Decorate: Dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted candy coating, shaking off excess chocolate. Place back on the lined baking sheet and immediately add a small pretzel stick for the pumpkin stem and a leaf-shaped icing decoration.
- Final Chill: Refrigerate the decorated pumpkins until the chocolate hardens and they are ready to be served.
Notes
- Make sure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
- For a firmer texture, refrigerate the Oreo balls longer before dipping.
- Use a toothpick carefully to avoid breaking the balls when scoring pumpkin lines.
- Store the finished pumpkin Oreo balls in the refrigerator to keep their shape and freshness.
- Substitute candy melts with colored white chocolate if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake desserts, Oreo balls, pumpkin Oreo balls, Halloween treats, fall desserts
