Inside-Out Oreo Truffle Bites

These easy treats are a great way to enjoy the sweet pleasure of Oreo cookies and the tangy deliciousness of cheesecake in one bite-sized truffle. Inside-Out Oreo Truffles are simple to make and are as perfect for holiday gifting as they are for party-sized snacking.

Football Food

The Super Bowl is on Sunday. It’s time to indulge in that whole fan experience; choosing sides, wearing the colors, planning the munchies. Which team are you rooting for?

I have to admit, I’m more excited about the food than the football. While we might not agree on which team we favor, I bet we can agree on Super Bowl snack favorites. Mine tend to have a retro bent; Bourbon Sauced Cocktail Wieners, Ro-tel Queso Dip, Bourbon Spiced Nuts, chips with salsa… and don’t forget the Oreos.

Are you an Oreo fan? Whether you first loved the sweet creamy frosting or the crisp chocolate cookie, whether you dunk them in milk or lift the lid and eat the inner frosting first, it seems that almost everyone has a fond light in their eyes at the thought of Oreo cookies.

Maybe that’s why I was drawn to these limited edition football-shaped Oreos. Aren’t they cute? When I saw them at the supermarket they were suddenly a must have for this year’s Super Bowl spread.

Inside-Out Oreo Truffles

Oreo cookies make a great addition to a Super Bowl extravaganza. A nostalgic hit on their own, Oreos also mix and match well, making them a welcome ingredient in other snacks and desserts. They are delicious featured in an Oreo Streusel Ribbon Cake. They also make a fantastic substitute for graham crackers when you want a chocolate crumb for a pie crust.

Oreo cookies seem to go especially well with cream cheese. They add just the right balance of soft and sweet to the filling of a full-size ganache covered Oreo Cookies and Cream Cheesecake. I also enjoy them as a base for individual cupcake-sized Oreo Crusted Cheesecakes.

Trending toward a small snack-sized indulgence, I finally tried these little Inside-Out Oreo Truffle Bites. They are even a smaller version of Oreo Cheesecake, and arguably simpler to make. You just mix together crushed Oreos and softened cream cheese, then dip bite-sized portions in a white candy coating. Top those with a halved mini-Oreo for more cute product drama. True fans are bound to love them! And if you aren’t into football, they make a sweet confection for Valentine’s Day too.

Serve and enjoy!

Inside-Out Oreo Truffle Bites

Course: Cookies and Candy, DessertDifficulty: Easy

Servings

36

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Chilling time

60

minutes

Total time

1

hour 

30

minutes

These tasty cheesecake truffles incorporate Oreo cookie crumbs in a simple to make bite-sized treat. They are perfect for party-sized snacking and special occasion gifting.

Ingredients

• 1 package (14 oz) Oreo cookies, crushed

• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, at room temperature

• 1 package (11 oz) white baking chips or almond bark

• Several Tablespoons powdered sugar

• Mini-oreo cookies, for garnish, if desired

Directions

• In a large bowl, mix together the crushed Oreo cookies and cream cheese until well blended.
• Scoop the mixture by rounded teaspoonfuls onto a parchment lined baking sheet. (I use a 1 1/4-inch batter scoop that holds about 2 teaspoons to make rounded balls approximately 1-inch in diameter.) Place the cookie sheet in the freezer until the dough is firm.
• Place several Tablespoons of powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Take the cookie sheet from the freezer. Roll each portion of dough in your hands to form a smooth ball. Then roll each ball in the powdered sugar to coat. Place the balls back on the baking sheet and return to the freezer.
• When firm, prepare the white baking chips or almond bark for dipping and continue as directed. Or, for future use, transfer the balls to a Ziploc freezer bag and store in the freezer until ready to dip.
• Dipping:
• Melt the white baking chips or almond bark in the microwave or in a double boiler, according to package directions. When smooth and melted, take the truffle balls from the freezer.
• Using a round toothpick stuck into the frozen dough as a handle, dip the truffle into the melted candy coating, shaking gently to help the excess drip back into the pan before placing the finished truffle on a parchment lined baking sheet. Remove the toothpick and garnish by placing a mini-Oreo half over the toothpick mark.
• Repeat with all remaining truffle balls. Allow to cool until the candy coating is firm.