4th of July Patriotic Oreo Balls
4th of July Patriotic Oreo Balls are the ultimate sweet treat for your Independence Day celebration! With a delightful blend of crushed Oreos and cream cheese, these bite-sized balls are coated in white chocolate and decorated with vibrant red and blue sprinkles. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or watching fireworks, these festive desserts will bring joy to both kids and adults alike. Easy to make and visually stunning, they’re sure to be the star of your summer gatherings!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (14.3 oz) Oreo Cookies
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup red and blue sprinkles
- Gel food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin. Mix in softened cream cheese until well combined.
- Scoop out small portions and roll them into one-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.
- Dip each Oreo ball into the melted chocolate, tapping off excess, then place back on the baking sheet.
- While the coating is still wet, sprinkle red and blue sprinkles on top. Allow to cool at room temperature or refrigerate until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Oreo ball (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill the mixture before rolling for easier shaping. Substitute white chocolate with milk chocolate or colored candy melts for variety. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.