These festive Grinch Oreo Truffles are the ultimate no-bake holiday treat! With their bright green candy shell, soft Oreo-cream cheese filling, and signature red candy heart, these Christmas bites are a nod to everyone’s favorite holiday grouch. Whether you’re prepping dessert trays, planning a cookie swap, or hosting a movie night, these truffles bring joy to every bite.
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Why You’ll Love This Grinch Oreo Truffles Recipe
- 🎄 No-bake & easy: Great for kids or beginners
- ❤️ Festive & fun: With red hearts and green coating
- ❄️ Perfect for freezing: Make-ahead friendly
- 🎁 Ideal for gifting: Add to cookie boxes or party platters
- 🧁 Customizable: Use any Oreo variety or add fun drizzles
Ingredients
- 22 Red Velvet Oreos (or any chocolate sandwich cookies)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 7 oz green candy melts
- Red heart sprinkles, for decoration
Optional swaps:
- Use vegan cream cheese and vegan candy melts to make this recipe plant-based
- If red velvet Oreos aren’t available, use regular Oreos + 1 tsp cocoa + ½ tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Prepare the Tray
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. - Make the Truffle Dough
In a food processor, pulse cookies into fine crumbs. Add softened cream cheese and blend until a smooth dough forms. - Form the Balls
Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion the dough. Roll into balls and place on the tray. Freeze for 30 minutes. - Melt the Candy
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt green candy melts in 30-second bursts, stirring between each. If too thick, stir in ½ tsp coconut oil. - Dip the Truffles
Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each truffle in melted candy. Tap off excess and return to tray. - Decorate
Drizzle extra melted candy on top and place a red heart sprinkle on each truffle. - Chill & Serve
Let truffles set in the fridge for 10–15 minutes before serving or storing.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 22 truffles
- Estimated Cost: $6–8
Nutrition Info (Per Truffle – Approx.)
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 6g
- Sugar: 10g
- Carbs: 12g
- Protein: 1g
Tips & Variations
🍬 Candy Melt Help:
- Too thick? Add coconut oil or vegetable oil
- No candy melts? Use white chocolate + oil-based green food coloring
🎄 Add-Ons:
- Flavor the filling with mint or orange extract
- Add crushed peppermint to the coating
- Top with festive sprinkles or drizzle with white chocolate
❄️ Storage:
- Refrigerate in airtight container up to 2 weeks
- Freeze up to 2 months in sealed bags
FAQs
Can I use regular Oreos instead of red velvet?
Yes! You can use classic Oreos and add a bit of cocoa or food coloring for red tones if desired.
Are Grinch Oreo Truffles freezer friendly?
Totally — freeze in layers with parchment and thaw in the fridge before serving.
What if my candy melts are too thick?
Add a small amount of coconut oil to thin the texture for smoother dipping.
Can I make these vegan?
Yes — use vegan sandwich cookies, cream cheese, and dairy-free melts.
No-Bake Grinch Oreo Truffles
Equipment
- Food processor
- Mixing bowl
- – Baking sheet + parchment
- – Fork or dipping tool
- Microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- – 22 Red Velvet Oreos or chocolate sandwich cookies
- – 4 oz cream cheese softened
- – 7 oz green candy melts
- – Red heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Pulse Oreos in food processor to crumbs.
- Add cream cheese and blend into dough.
- Roll into balls and place on tray. Freeze 30 min.
- Melt candy melts. Add coconut oil if too thick.
- Dip truffles, tap off excess, and place back on tray.
- Drizzle extra coating and top with heart sprinkles.
- Chill 15 minutes until set. Serve or store.
Notes
– Store in fridge for 2 weeks or freezer for 2 months
– Try peppermint extract or crushed candy canes for flavor variations
Conclusion
These Grinch Oreo Truffles are whimsical, delicious, and guaranteed to be the cutest thing on your holiday dessert table. With their iconic color combo and easy prep, they’re perfect for Christmas movie nights, classroom parties, and edible gifts. No oven required — just crush, mix, dip, and decorate!
Looking for more festive treats? Try our [Peppermint Bark Pretzels], [Gingerbread Cheesecake Bites], or [Hot Chocolate Fudge] for a full winter sweets lineup.