Easter Egg Oreo Cookie Balls
Delightful treats that capture the essence of springtime with creamy cookie goodness wrapped in a sweet candy coating, perfect for festive gatherings or sweet cravings.
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Cookie Ball Mixture
- 14.3 oz package of Golden Oreos, crushed into fine crumbs Sweet, golden cookies provide a delicate flavor.
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Creates a luxurious, rich filling.
Coating and Decorating
- 10 oz white candy coating (for dipping) Sweet, smooth coating adds a delightful crunch.
- 1 oz additional white candy coating for each color (for decorating) Used to bring cookie balls to life.
- Gel icing colors (for decorating) Provides a variety of colors for decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Crush the Golden Oreos into fine crumbs and mix with softened cream cheese until well-combined.
Shaping
- Scoop about 1½ tablespoons of the mixture and shape into egg shapes. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the shaped eggs for about an hour.
Coating
- Melt down 10 ounces of white candy coating and dip each chilled Oreo egg until fully coated.
- Place coated eggs back on parchment paper to dry.
Decorating
- Melt 1 ounce of white candy coating for each color and mix with gel icing color. Use piping bags or a fork to decorate the eggs.
- Allow decorations to set.
Serving
- Store the cookie balls in the refrigerator before serving. Enjoy within a week.
Notes
You can skip the chill time if you're in a hurry, though chilling helps the eggs hold their shape. Consider adding crushed nuts or sprinkles for added texture. For a twist, swap the white candy coating for chocolate.