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A delicious plate of Lemon Oreo Balls Recipe

Lemon Oreo Balls Recipe

These delightful no-bake Lemon Oreo Balls are perfect for any occasion, combining crushed lemon Oreos, cream cheese, and fresh lemon zest, all coated in vibrant white and yellow candy melts for a festive treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 48 balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: No-Bake
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 36 cookies lemon Oreo cookies Use your favorite brand of lemon sandwich cookies for the best flavor.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Ensure it's at room temperature for easy blending.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Freshly zested lemon provides a bright, aromatic flavor.
  • 1.5 cups white candy melts Can be substituted with white chocolate chips or almond bark.
  • 1.5 cups yellow candy melts Adds a vibrant color and lemon theme; optional for drizzling.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

  1. Using a food processor, crush the 36 lemon Oreo cookies into fine crumbs, ensuring there are no large pieces for a smooth mixture.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the Oreo crumbs, 8 ounces of room temperature cream cheese, and 1 tablespoon of lemon zest together until the mixture is well combined and no lumps of cream cheese remain.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1 tablespoon-sized balls, placing each onto a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment or wax paper.
  4. Freeze the Oreo balls for at least 30 minutes or overnight to firm them up before coating.
  5. Melt the white and yellow candy melts separately according to the package directions until smooth for dipping and drizzling.
  6. Remove the frozen balls and dip each one into the melted candy melts, tapping off any excess coating. Return them to the baking tray.
  7. Transfer the remaining melted candy melts to a piping bag and drizzle over the coated truffles in a zigzag pattern for a decorative finish.
  8. Refrigerate the coated lemon Oreo balls for at least 5 minutes to allow the candy coating to set firmly before serving.

Notes

These lemon Oreo balls are a fantastic make-ahead dessert, perfect for parties or as a sweet treat. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.