Oreo Truffles

If you’re looking for an easy alternative to chocolate truffles, then these Oreo truffles are the answer. They only require a handful of ingredients and a little over an hour to make, making them a perfect last-minute holiday dessert or homemade gift for a friend, and are an ideal make-ahead dessert for any (and every) party. Rich, chocolatey, and completely versatile, this is the bite-sized dessert that will practically disappear at your party—we recommend making double. 😉

How to make the best Oreo truffles: 
These Oreo Truffles are about as no-fuss as a dessert can be! They're basically a cheater truffle. To make them all you do is stir together finely crushed Oreo crumbs, cream cheese, and vanilla extract until combined, then use a small cookie scoop to scoop balls of the mixture and freeze until firm, around 30 minutes or so. Once firm, dunk them in melted chocolate (we mix ours with coconut oil), let them harden and...you're done! What's the point of adding coconut oil, you may ask? Mixing the oil with the chocolate gives that shiny luster to the chocolate coating. The oil also helps harden the chocolate, making it a firm shell around your Oreo center.

Oreo truffle variations:
— Get boozy. Everyone loves a boozy dessert! Try adding a splash (we'd suggest 1-2 tablespoons) of Baileys, Kahlua, or Rumchata to the cream cheese mix. Top the truffles with chopped chocolate-covered espresso beans or a sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar for added effect.
— Raid the candy aisle. A bit of crushed candy can add a boost of flavor and color to your truffles. Chopped Reese's Pieces, crushed candy canes (like our favorite peppermint Oreo truffles), or some chopped Butterfingers. Make sure to save a little extra, so you can top each truffle with some crumbs.
— Go nuts. Peanut butter (like in our peanut butter snowballs) or Nutella would make for some EXTRA delicious truffles. Try using 4 oz. of cream cheese instead of the full block, plus a 1/2 cup of your favorite nut butter. Trust us—this addition makes these truffles even more decadent.
— Add a chocolate drizzle. Want these treats to be extra chocolatey? Melt 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips in the microwave and use a spoon to drizzle over your hardened truffles. Place them back in the freezer to harden—10 to 15 minutes—before serving, and you're ready to dig in!  

Storage:
If you have leftovers or are making these ahead of your party, store the prepared bite-sized treats in an airtight container in the fridge for a party-ready dessert ready days in advance. You can even freeze these truffles for 3-4 months, and thaw them when you're ready to get snackin'.

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