Description
Make these easy Pumpkin Oreo Balls for a fun and festive Halloween treat! Perfect for parties or as a deliciously spooky snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 36 Oreo cookies
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 12 oz orange candy melts
- Small pretzel sticks (for pumpkin stems)
- Green icing decorations (optional, for leaves)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Oreo Mixture
- Add Oreo cookies to a food processor and pulse until finely crumbled.
- Transfer to a mixing bowl and combine with softened cream cheese, mixing until fully combined.
2. Shape the Balls
- Scoop the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
3. Add Pumpkin Details
- Use a toothpick to lightly score pumpkin lines around the balls.
- Return to the refrigerator for an additional 10 minutes.
4. Melt the Candy Coating
- Melt orange candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler, following the package instructions.
5. Coat the Oreo Balls
- Dip each pumpkin ball into the melted candy coating, ensuring it’s fully covered.
- Gently tap off excess coating and place the ball back on the baking sheet.
6. Decorate
- While the coating is still wet, insert a small pretzel stick as the pumpkin stem.
- Add a green icing decoration or frosting as a leaf (optional).
7. Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate the pumpkin Oreo balls until the coating is completely set.
- Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Decoration Alternatives: Use green candy melts or edible green glitter for leaves if icing decorations aren’t available.
- Pro Tip: Work in small batches when coating the balls to ensure the candy melt doesn’t harden prematurely.
