Prepare to transform your dessert game with the most festive and delightful treat that'll make even the Grinch's heart grow three sizes! These Grinch Red Velvet Oreo Balls are not just a dessert – they're a holiday experience that combines the rich decadence of red velvet cake, the creamy texture of cream cheese, and the playful crunch of Oreo cookies, all wrapped up in a white chocolate coating with festive green sprinkles. Perfect for holiday parties, Christmas gatherings, or when you simply want to spread some sweet cheer, these bite-sized delights are guaranteed to be the star of any dessert table.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 balls
Ingredients
- 1 package red velvet cake mix
- 1 package cream cheese
- 1 package Oreo cookies
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- Green sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a large mixing bowl and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bake the red velvet cake mix according to package directions in a 9x13 inch pan. Allow cake to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 1 hour.
- Crumble the cooled red velvet cake into fine, even crumbs in the mixing bowl.
- Soften the cream cheese at room temperature, then mix thoroughly with cake crumbs until a consistent, moldable dough forms.
- Crush Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
- Fold crushed Oreo cookies into the cake mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
- Using clean hands, roll the mixture into uniform 1-inch balls, placing them on the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the balls for 30 minutes to help them firm up and maintain shape.
- Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds to prevent burning.
- Dip each chilled ball into melted white chocolate, using a fork to ensure complete coverage and allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Immediately sprinkle green sprinkles over the chocolate-coated balls before the chocolate sets.
- Return the decorated balls to the parchment paper and refrigerate for 15 minutes until chocolate hardens completely.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Serve chilled for best texture and flavor.
Tips
- Ensure your cake is completely cooled before crumbling to prevent a sticky, unmanageable mixture.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
- Chill the balls before dipping in chocolate to help them maintain their shape and prevent crumbling.
- Use a fork when dipping in white chocolate to allow excess chocolate to drip off cleanly.
- Sprinkle green decorations immediately after coating to ensure they stick to the chocolate.
- For a more uniform look, use a cookie scoop to create evenly sized balls.
- If the mixture is too dry, add a little more cream cheese; if too wet, add more cake crumbs.
- Store in the refrigerator to keep the balls firm and fresh.
- For a fun variation, try using different colored sprinkles or drizzles to match your holiday theme.
- These balls can be made ahead of time and are perfect for freezing, making holiday prep a breeze!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg
