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A serving plate of Grinch red velvet Oreo Balls decorated with bright green candy melts and a candy heart.
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5 from 8 votes

Grinch Red Velvet Oreo Balls

Author: Nikki Lee
Servings: 24 balls
Prep Time 1 hour
chilling / setting time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours

Ingredients

  • 2 packages (12.2 ounce) Red Velvet Oreos 44 cookies
  • 8 ounce block cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 15 ounces light green candy melts divided
  • red heart sprinkles

Instructions

  • Line a baking tray with parchment and set it aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer on high speed, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  • In a food processor or blender, pulse Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. Add the Oreo crumbs to the cream cheese and mix together until well combined.
  • Scoop out even-sized balls using a 1.5” cookie scoop, then roll them out in the palms of your hands until smooth.
  • Place onto the prepared baking tray and refrigerate for 2 hours. Chilling the balls will help them keep their shape when dipping into the melts.
  • Set aside ½ to ¾ cup of the light green candy melt pieces to use later for drizzle if desired. Prepare a double boiler over low heat, or use a candy melting pot and melt the remaining light green wafers until smooth. Stir every minute to ensure it is heating evenly.
  • Dip each ball one at a time into the melts and remove it with a fork. Tap the fork on the edge of the double boiler or pot to remove any excess coating. Then place onto the parchment-lined baking tray and repeat with the rest of the balls.
  • Place ½ cup of the set aside candy melts into a microwave-safe piping bag, twist it shut, and melt it in the microwave on a low or defrost setting until fully melted and smooth. Massage the bag every 30 - 60 seconds to ensure it is melting evenly.
  • Once melted, snip a small corner of the tip of the piping bag off and drizzle over the coated balls, four at a time. Immediately top with a red heart sprinkle before the drizzle sets completely.
  • Allow the coating to fully set before serving. You can place them in the refrigerator to help them set up faster. Enjoy!

Notes

Storage: With cream cheese in the recipe, storing these Grinch bites in the refrigerator is best to prevent them from spoiling and avoid leaving them at room temperature for more than 2 hours. Use an airtight container to store them in the fridge for up to 5 days. 
Freeze: These are a great make-ahead treat, or if you find yourself with extras and want to save them for another holiday party, freezing is an option. Simply place them in a freezer bag or a freezer-safe container, and they will be safe for 3-4 months.
    • Use a cookie scoop to keep the balls all the same size. It is about a tablespoon of the Oreo mixture.
    • The extra filling may yield a wetter mixture when using Double Stuf or Mega Stuf Oreos. So, reduce the amount of cream cheese in the recipe. I recommend sticking with the standard Oreo filling.
    • Always shake off the excess dip before you place it on the parchment to avoid a big green puddle.
    • Order your heart sprinkles online before the holiday season to ensure the stores do not run out! 

Nutrition

Serving: 1ball | Calories: 49kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 0.001g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 0.02mg

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www.soulfullymade.com/grinch-red-velvet-oreo-balls/