Rating: 3.72
(69)

Cookie Balls

July 29, 2024

Oreo Cookie Balls are the kind of treat that disappears almost as quickly as you make them. With only three main ingredients and no baking involved, they are the perfect go-to dessert when you want something quick, delicious, and crowd-pleasing. These bite-sized delights are rich, creamy, and packed with that classic cookies-and-cream flavor everyone loves.

To make them, you start with crushed Oreo cookies. The entire cookie, filling and all, gets pulsed into fine crumbs and then mixed with softened cream cheese. The result is a smooth, truffle-like dough that holds together easily. Once rolled into small balls, the mixture is chilled to firm up before getting dipped in melted chocolate.

The chocolate coating adds a smooth shell that contrasts beautifully with the soft and creamy center. You can use milk chocolate for a classic finish, white chocolate for a sweeter twist, or even dark chocolate if you want to cut the sweetness slightly. While the chocolate is still wet, you can sprinkle extra Oreo crumbs, colorful sprinkles, or a drizzle of white or dark chocolate over the top for decoration.

These cookie balls are great for parties, potlucks, or holidays. They look elegant on a dessert tray but are so simple to make that they are ideal for beginners. Plus, the recipe can be customized in endless ways. Try using different flavors of Oreos, like mint or birthday cake, or add a drop of peppermint or vanilla extract for a unique flavor.

Best of all, Oreo Cookie Balls can be made in advance. Store them in the fridge for several days or freeze them if you’re prepping for a big event. They hold their shape well and still taste amazing even after being chilled.

Whether you’re making them for a celebration or just for yourself, Oreo Cookie Balls are a fun, easy treat that always hits the spot.

This recipe is made by Juanita Hutson.

Cookie Balls
Cookie Balls
3.72 from 69 votes
With just a few ingredients – crushed Oreo cookies, cream cheese, you get a rich, creamy, chocolatey treat that feels indulgent and looks impressive. No baking required, no fancy equipment, and no special skills needed.
Servings 6 people
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time: 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 package Oreo cookies (your choice of flavor)

Instructions
 

  • Soften the cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until it's easily spreadable.
  • Place the Oreo cookies in a large ziplock bag and crush them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin, or pulse them in a food processor until finely ground.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreo cookies with the softened cream cheese. Mix well until the mixture is evenly combined.
  • Take spoonfuls of the mixture and roll them into balls, about 1-inch in diameter.
  • Place the Oreo balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Refrigerate the Oreo balls for at least 1 hour, or until they are firm.
  • Enjoy the Oreo cream cheese balls straight from the fridge. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 2896kcalCarbohydrates: 334gProtein: 38gFat: 165gSaturated Fat: 71gPolyunsaturated Fat: 19gMonounsaturated Fat: 62gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 229mgSodium: 2470mgPotassium: 1359mgFiber: 13gSugar: 193gVitamin A: 3055IUCalcium: 315mgIron: 55mg
Author: Juanita Hutson
Calories: 2896kcal
Meal Type: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cream cheese, oreo cookies
Cooking Method: Nobake
Time: <30 Min
Level: Easy
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  1. User avatar Joseph Edward Singer says:

    4 stars
    Awesome

  2. 4 stars
    I didn’t have Oreos but used generic cookies instead and they were still good. So versatile!

  3. User avatar jay.leffler79 says:

    3 stars
    I feel like they don’t taste like real cookies… they are kinda weird, y’know?

  4. 5 stars
    My kids loved them! We make these every week now. Thanks for the recipe!

  5. 2 stars
    Do I have to use Oreo? Can’t I use any cookie? Asking for a friend.

    1. User avatar Pasta Fasta says:

      3 stars
      I don’t think it will taste the same. Oreos are special, you know? 😕

    2. User avatar ryan.kozey96 says:

      5 stars
      You can definitely use any cookie! Just keep in mind the taste might change. 🍪

  6. User avatar jennefer.raynor1966 says:

    3 stars
    I don’t know. The cream cheese makes them too soft maybe? Might try with less next time.

  7. 3 stars
    Tried making these with peanut butter Oreos, and they turned out a bit mushy… not sure what I did wrong.

  8. User avatar Ali Gaither says:

    3 stars
    I don’t know, they seem a bit too sweet for my taste. Maybe less cream cheese?

  9. User avatar Falmer Shaman says:

    5 stars
    Quick and delicious! 1010 would recommend to a friend.

    1. 5 stars
      So glad you loved it! They’re a hit at parties too!

    2. User avatar darryl.haag72 says:

      2 stars
      I don’t know, cream cheese with Oreos? Kinda sounds weird to me. How can it be 1010?

  10. 2 stars
    Cookie balls? More like cookie GLOBS! Way too sweet for me, couldn’t finish one.

  11. User avatar gabriel.friesen56 says:

    5 stars
    Great for parties! I made these and they disappeared in minutes! 🥳

  12. 1 star
    Followed the recipe but they came out too mushy. What did I do wrong? 😩

  13. User avatar gil.mcclure39 says:

    5 stars
    So delicious! Perfect for parties, everyone gobbled them up! 🤤

  14. 2 stars
    I tried making these with peanut butter Oreos and they were a disaster. The mix was too dry. Maybe I did something wrong?

    1. User avatar kathaleen.schmitt18 says:

      4 stars
      I think the peanut butter flavor might’ve made the mixture too thick. You could try adding a bit of milk next time to moisten it up! 💡

    2. User avatar cythia.olson says:

      2 stars
      Nah, I think the recipe just ain’t that good. It doesn’t seem simple. How can cream cheese and Oreos be dry??

  15. User avatar mason.ullrich says:

    3 stars
    Cookies plus cream cheese? That sounds funky. I don’t know if I will try this. Maybe stick to regular cookies.

    1. User avatar Chaurus Hunter says:

      2 stars
      Not sure about cream cheese… Sounds kinda weird for cookies. I’m sticking with my chocolate chip.

    2. User avatar fletcher.gleason says:

      5 stars
      I actually tried it, and it was amazing! You should give it a shot; it’s not funky at all!

  16. User avatar reba.monahan1985 says:

    2 stars
    Instructions are too long. Can’t you just say mix and roll? 🤷‍♂️

    1. 4 stars
      Yeah, but those details help if you mess up. You don’t want mushy cookie balls! 😂

    2. User avatar milo.strosin98 says:

      5 stars
      I actually found the steps really helpful! It’s not just mix and roll, there’s a technique to it. 🍪

  17. 5 stars
    I added some peanut butter, and it was bomb! Seriously give that a try!

  18. User avatar Mr. Camellia Mraz says:

    4 stars
    I think it needs more chocolate. Maybe chocolate drizzle on top? Just saying.

    1. User avatar dewayne.herman says:

      2 stars
      I dunno, I think they’re sweet enough as is. Too much chocolate might ruin it.

    2. 5 stars
      I totally agree! A chocolate drizzle would make these even better! 🍫

  19. User avatar brooks.abernathy2025 says:

    5 stars
    Yum! Making these for my daughter’s birthday party. Can’t wait to see how they turn out!

  20. User avatar Justin Credible says:

    5 stars
    These cookie balls are AMAZING! Super easy and everyone loves them!

  21. 2 stars
    Too sweet for me. I think less cream cheese would make it better!

  22. 4 stars
    I only had double stuffed Oreos and had to use that. Still turned out amazing!

  23. User avatar reyes.hansen1968 says:

    3 stars
    I found this recipe really simple but my mixture was too sticky. Did I mess something up?

    1. User avatar alejandro.macgyver58 says:

      4 stars
      Maybe you just need to add more crushed cookies? Sometimes the cream cheese can be too soft if it’s not cold enough.

  24. 2 stars
    Ew, carrot cake Oreos? No thanks. Stick with regular Oreos, people!

    1. User avatar leatrice.wilkinson1965 says:

      5 stars
      I totally disagree! Carrot cake Oreos are amazing! Give them a shot. You might be surprised!

    2. User avatar Hotblack Desiato says:

      4 stars
      People like what they like. You don’t have to be rude. Some of us enjoy a little variety every now and then.

  25. User avatar Sand-Dial says:

    2 stars
    Easy recipe but I prefer regular cookies over these. Not for me.

  26. User avatar Bilbo Baggins says:

    4 stars
    Yummy! But I think next time I’ll add some sprinkles on top!

  27. User avatar karma.beahan says:

    5 stars
    These cookie balls are amazing! So easy to make and everyone loved them. Five stars all the way!

  28. User avatar basementDweller says:

    5 stars
    These are sooo good! Made them for a party and they disappeared in minutes!

    1. User avatar prairie dog says:

      5 stars
      I’m so glad to hear!!! They are always a hit at my gatherings too! 😄

  29. User avatar tissues_with_issues says:

    5 stars
    Pure heaven! 🍪❤️

  30. User avatar oPandariaNo says:

    2 stars
    They look nice but I ain’t got cream cheese. Can I use yogurt instead?

  31. User avatar rich.landlord says:

    5 stars
    These are super easy to make! My kids loved them!

    1. User avatar armadillo says:

      2 stars
      Tried making these once, but my kids found it too sweet! Maybe I missed something?

    2. User avatar CTRLplusW says:

      5 stars
      I’m so glad your kids loved them! They’re definitely a hit at parties too.

  32. User avatar alfreda.walker15 says:

    5 stars
    Just made these and my husband can’t stop eating them! Will make again for sure.

  33. User avatar curt.smith says:

    4 stars
    So easy to make! But I ate them all before I even finished chilling them lol!

  34. User avatar damien.orn says:

    4 stars
    Simple and delicious! I didn’t even wait for them to chill for an hour, I ate them right away! Yum!

  35. 4 stars
    N0 reviewed? I loved it but accidentally left them out for too long and they became kinda soft.

    1. User avatar joanna.sipes says:

      4 stars
      Glad you loved them! Softness can happen if they’re out too long. Try putting them in the fridge for a bit next time!

  36. User avatar lino.howell says:

    5 stars
    These cookie balls are so easy to make and taste amazing! Definitely a 5-star dessert!

    1. User avatar Shaddam Corrino IV says:

      3 stars
      I dunno, I think they might be too sweet. Oreos and cream cheese? That’s a lot of sweetness. How about some salt?

    2. User avatar tanner.mcclure67 says:

      5 stars
      I tried making these and they turned out great! Super easy and delicious. Thanks for sharing!

  37. User avatar ArabianNights says:

    3 stars
    Good recipe but my kids said it taste like cheese. Next time I’ll add more sugar or something! Suggestions?

    1. User avatar Tricia McMillan says:

      4 stars
      Maybe try a lil bit of vanilla extract? That could balance the flavors! My kids usually love sweet stuff too.

    2. User avatar shona.barrows43 says:

      3 stars
      More sugar sounds good, but maybe it’s the cream cheese that’s making it taste cheesy? I dunno, but I like cheese! 😂

  38. User avatar Draugr Deathlord says:

    4 stars
    Yummy!!

    1. User avatar hershel.lesch says:

      2 stars
      I don’t know, cream cheese with Oreos? That sounds weird to me…

    2. 5 stars
      So good! Can’t wait to try these! 😍

  39. User avatar charise.damore29 says:

    5 stars
    OMG these are a hit in my house! Even my picky kids loved them! 🙌

    1. User avatar catheryn.gorczany says:

      5 stars
      Yay! I’m so glad your kids loved them! They really are super easy and delicious! 🎉

  40. 2 stars
    Not sure why everyone loves them, I found them a bit bland. 😕 Maybe my taste is off?

    1. 3 stars
      Nah, you ain’t wrong. Some people just love sweet stuff too much. I prefer a savory snack anyway! 🍕

    2. 4 stars
      Hey, I totally get you! Sometimes, the flavor of these things can hit differently for people. Maybe add a pinch of salt or some vanilla extract next time to kick it up a notch! 😊

  41. 3 stars
    Yummy but I thought it would be crunchyer! It was kinda mushy.

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