Oreo Truffle Cherries Recipe For Sweet-toothed Celebrations
This recipe combines Oreos, cream cheese, maraschino cherries, and milk chocolate to create divine Oreo Truffle Cherries, perfect for festive indulgence.
Oreo Truffle Cherries Recipe
Oreo Truffle Cherries presents a harmonious blend of crunchy Oreo crumbs and creamy cheese, wrapped around a juicy maraschino cherry. This no-bake holiday treasure, enrobed in silky milk chocolate and customizable with a sprinkle or white chocolate drizzle, offers a delightful bite that surprises with its burst of sweet and tangy cherry core. Serving as a perfect, elegant dessert for holiday gatherings, it combines ease of preparation with an irresistibly decadent taste.
Ingredients
- 16 Oreo cookies ground into fine crumbs
- 4 oz (1/2 package) cream cheese softened
- 18 maraschino cherries with stems drained and patted dry
- 1 package chocolate Candiquik or candy coating
- Assorted sprinkles and/or white chocolate for drizzling and decorating
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, or the bowl of your food processor, add the Oreo crumbs and the cream cheese. Stir or pulse the mixture until moistened and combined.
- Grab a Tablespoonful of the Oreo truffle mixture and roll it gently around the maraschino cherry, leaving the stem exposed.
- Place on a foil-lined baking sheet and repeat with the remaining truffles. Freeze until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate candy coating according to package directions or until smooth. Dip the cherry truffles into the chocolate mixture, using a spoon or fork to coat the truffle completely with the chocolate.
- Allow the chocolate excess to drip off, then either dredge in sprinkles of your choice or place back on the baking sheet and drizzle with melted white chocolate candy coating.
- Allow chocolate candy coating to set before serving.
Serving Suggestions
- Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
- Raspberry Coulis
- Coffee Panna Cotta
- Mini Cheesecakes
- Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Tips and Tricks
- When forming the truffles, use a tablespoon to scoop the mixture to ensure consistent sizing.
- Roll the mixture gently around the cherry to avoid crushing it. Using the palm of your hand can help create a smooth finish.
- Melt the chocolate candy coating (Candiquik or a similar product) until smooth for a glossy finish.
- When dipping the truffles into the chocolate, let the excess chocolate drip off before transferring to the baking sheet or sprinkling with decorative toppings.
