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Oreo Peanut Butter Balls Treat - A No-Bake Crowd-Pleaser

Laura
Oreo peanut butter balls that are rich and irresistibly creamy. A no-bake treat perfect for holidays, gifting, and sweet cravings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 24 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Oreo cookies: 36 standard Oreos (about 1 regular package)
  • Cream cheese: 8 ounces, softened (brick style)
  • Creamy peanut butter: 1/2 cup (shelf-stable, not natural if you want the smoothest texture)
  • Powdered sugar: 1/4 to 1/2 cup, to taste and for structure
  • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (optional but nice)
  • Chocolate for coating: 12–16 ounces semisweet or milk chocolate chips, melting wafers, or almond bark
  • Coconut oil or shortening: 1–2 teaspoons (optional, helps thinning the chocolate)
  • Toppings (optional): Crushed Oreos, mini chocolate chips, flaky sea salt, chopped peanuts, sprinkles, or a white chocolate drizzle

Instructions
 

  • Prep the pan: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Clear space in your fridge or freezer for chilling.
  • Crush the Oreos: Add Oreos (filling included) to a food processor and pulse to fine crumbs. If you don’t have a processor, place cookies in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin until sandy.
  • Make the filling: In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Add vanilla. Mix in Oreo crumbs and 1/4 cup powdered sugar. Taste, then add more powdered sugar if you want it sweeter or firmer.
  • Chill briefly: Refrigerate the mixture for 15–20 minutes to make scooping easier.
  • Shape the balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon per ball (a small cookie scoop works well). Roll between your palms to smooth. Place on the lined baking sheet.
  • Firm them up: Freeze for 20–30 minutes or refrigerate for at least 45 minutes. The colder they are, the easier they are to coat in chocolate.
  • Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate in 20–30 second bursts, stirring between each. Add 1–2 teaspoons coconut oil if needed for a thinner coating. You can also use a double boiler over low heat.
  • Dip and coat: Using a fork or dipping tool, lower each chilled ball into the melted chocolate. Tap off excess by gently tapping the fork on the bowl’s edge. Place back on the lined sheet.
  • Add toppings: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle crushed Oreos, chopped peanuts, or sea salt. If adding drizzle, let the first coat set, then drizzle with melted white or dark chocolate.
  • Set and serve: Let the chocolate set at room temperature, or chill for 10–15 minutes. Serve once firm.
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