Oreo Truffle Balls Pink Coating (Printable Version)

Creamy Oreo-cream cheese balls dipped in vibrant pink candy coating. Easy no-bake treat for any celebration.

# What You'll Need:

→ Truffle Base

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

→ Coating & 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

# Directions:

01 - Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form. Alternatively, crush the 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. 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 for the truffle base, plus a candy coating that looks impressive but requires zero skill.
  • They hold up beautifully in the fridge for days, so you can make them ahead and actually enjoy your event.
  • The texture contrast between the crunchy shell and silky filling feels indulgent without being overly sweet.
  • You can tint the coating any color you want, making them perfect for holidays, weddings, or just because pink makes you happy.
02 -
  • If your cream cheese is cold, the mixture will be lumpy and impossible to roll smoothly, so let it sit on the counter for at least 30 minutes before you start.
  • Candy melts can seize up if they get too hot or if even a drop of water sneaks in, so use medium power and keep everything bone dry.
  • Chilling the truffles before dipping isn't optional, warm truffles will fall apart in the coating and create a frustrating mess.
03 -
  • Chill your rolled truffles in the freezer instead of the fridge if you're short on time, they'll firm up in half the time and dip just as beautifully.
  • Add a pinch of sea salt to the cream cheese mixture for a sweet and salty contrast that makes the chocolate flavor pop even more.
  • Use a dipping fork with thin tines or a slotted spoon to minimize the amount of excess coating that clings to each truffle.
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