When the holiday season rolls around, there’s nothing more delightful than creating festive treats to share with family and friends. These Grinch Christmas Truffles are a fun twist on the classic Oreo ball recipe. With just five ingredients, you can whip up these no-bake, candy-coated confections that are perfect for parties, gifting, or just enjoying while watching How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy to make with no baking required
- Perfect for kids to help in the kitchen
- Customizable for different holidays and occasions
- Bite-sized desserts that are ideal for holiday dessert platters
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 36 Regular Oreos
- ½ Cup Whipped Cream Cheese Spread
- 12 oz Vanilla Almond Bark
- Green Gel Food Coloring
- 18 Red Heart Sprinkles
Substitutions and Additions
- Swap regular Oreos for flavored ones like Mint, Golden, or Red Velvet
- Use regular cream cheese, softened, if whipped isn’t available
- Decorate with rainbow sprinkles, coconut flakes, or a drizzle of melted chocolate
How to Make Grinch Christmas Truffles
1: Make the Filling
- Crush the Oreos in a food processor until fine crumbs form
- Combine the crumbs with cream cheese in a large bowl until fully blended. Tip: Use your hands for the best texture
2: Roll into Balls
- Scoop 1 ½ tablespoons of the mixture for each ball and roll into a smooth sphere
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour
3: Melt the Coating
- Microwave the almond bark in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth (about 2 minutes total)
- Add green gel food coloring and stir until evenly colored
4: Dip and Decorate
- Dip each chilled truffle into the melted almond bark, letting the excess drip off
- Place back on the parchment paper and top with a red heart sprinkle before the coating sets
- Refrigerate for another 30 minutes to 1 hour until hardened
Pro Tips for Perfect Truffles
- Avoid liquid food coloring; always use gel or oil-based food coloring to prevent almond bark from seizing
- Chill the mixture before rolling to make handling easier
- Use a toothpick to dip the truffles if handling them by hand feels tricky
Storing and Freezing
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
- Freeze for 3-4 months by wrapping tightly and storing in a freezer-safe container. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving
Creative Variations
- Red Velvet Oreo Balls: Use Red Velvet Oreos and top with white sprinkles for Valentine’s Day
- Mint Oreo Balls: Use Mint Oreos and decorate with red and green holiday sprinkles
- Easter Truffles: Color the coating pastel shades and use seasonal decorations
FAQs
Can I Use Candy Melts Instead of Almond Bark?
Yes, candy melts work just as well and come in pre-colored options
How Do I Achieve the Best Green Color?
Stick to gel-based food coloring for a vibrant hue
What’s the Easiest Way to Dip Truffles?
Use a fork to dip each truffle, letting excess coating drip through the tines
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PrintGrinch Christmas Truffles
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 18 truffles 1x
Description
Grinch Christmas Truffles are festive no-bake Oreo balls with a creamy, cheesecake-like center coated in Grinch-green candy. Perfect for holiday parties or Grinch-themed celebrations, these truffles are easy to make and guaranteed to delight.
Ingredients
36 Regular Oreos
½ Cup Whipped Cream Cheese Spread
12 oz Vanilla Almond Bark
Green Gel Food Coloring
18 Red Heart Sprinkles
Instructions
- Crush Oreos in a food processor until fine crumbs form.
- Combine Oreo crumbs and cream cheese in a bowl until fully blended.
- Roll 1 ½ tablespoons of the mixture into smooth balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Microwave the almond bark in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Add green gel food coloring and mix.
- Dip chilled truffles into the melted almond bark, letting excess drip off. Top with red heart sprinkles and refrigerate for 30 minutes until hardened.
- Serve cold or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- Freeze for up to 4 months; thaw in the fridge before serving.
- Avoid liquid food coloring to prevent almond bark from seizing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 227
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 99mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 1mg
Keywords: Grinch Christmas Truffles, Grinch desserts, Oreo balls, no-bake holiday treats