Get ready to create the most adorable and delicious holiday treat! These Snowman Oreo Balls are a festive, no-bake delight that will charm everyone at your Christmas party. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is incredibly easy, making it a perfect holiday activity to do with the kids. If you’re looking for a show-stopping dessert that requires minimal effort, you’ve found it.
These delightful truffles are rich, creamy, and packed with that classic cookies-and-cream flavor you love. Coated in smooth white chocolate and decorated to look like cheerful little snowmen, they are almost too cute to eat. They make a wonderful addition to any holiday dessert table and are fantastic for gifting. For another easy holiday candy, be sure to try our famous Crockpot Christmas Candy.
Why You’ll Love These Snowman Oreo Balls
No-Bake Recipe: Free up your oven for other holiday dishes! This entire recipe comes together without any baking.
Simple Ingredients: You only need four basic ingredients for the Oreo balls themselves, plus some fun candies for decorating.
Kid-Friendly Fun: Decorating the snowmen is a blast for all ages. Let your little ones help bring these characters to life!
Perfect for Parties & Gifting: They look stunning on a platter and package beautifully in holiday tins for friends and family.
Ingredients You’ll Need
This recipe uses common ingredients that are easy to find at any grocery store, especially during the holiday season.
For the Oreo Balls:
Oreo Cookies: You’ll need one standard 14.3-ounce package of regular Oreo cookies. Do not use Double Stuf, as the filling ratio will be off.
Cream Cheese: One 8-ounce block of full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
White Chocolate Melting Wafers: Two 12-ounce bags. Melting wafers (like Ghirardelli or candy melts) are highly recommended over white chocolate chips as they melt smoother and set up firmer.
Coconut Oil or Paramount Crystals: A teaspoon or two helps to thin the chocolate for a smoother coating.
For Decorating:
Mini Chocolate Chips: For the eyes and buttons.
Orange Sprinkles: Jimmies or carrot-shaped sprinkles make the perfect snowman nose.
Black Decorating Icing or Edible Marker: For drawing on a smile.
Pretzel Sticks: Broken in half, these make great snowman arms.
Optional – Candy Scarves or ROLO Minis: A fruit roll-up cut into thin strips can be a scarf, and a ROLO mini with a dot of icing makes a cute top hat!
The best part—bringing your snowmen to life!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your own festive Snowman Oreo Balls.
Crush the Oreos: Place the entire package of Oreo cookies into a food processor and pulse until they become fine crumbs. If you don’t have a food processor, you can place them in a large zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs and the softened cream cheese. Mix with a hand mixer or a spatula until the mixture is well-combined and forms a large, dough-like ball.
Form the Balls: Scoop out about one tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll it between your hands to form a smooth ball. For a snowman, you will want a slightly larger ball for the body and a smaller one for the head. Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Chill Thoroughly: Place the baking sheet with the Oreo balls into the freezer for at least 30 minutes. This step is crucial! Chilling the balls makes them firm and much easier to dip in the melted chocolate.
Melt the White Chocolate: While the balls are chilling, melt the white chocolate wafers. Place them in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely smooth. Stir in 1-2 teaspoons of coconut oil to thin the chocolate slightly for a smoother coating.
Assemble the Snowmen: Remove the chilled balls from the freezer. Use a toothpick to dip the larger “body” ball into the melted chocolate, then place it back on the parchment paper. Dip the smaller “head” ball and immediately place it on top of the body ball. The melted chocolate will act as glue.
Decorate: Before the chocolate sets, immediately add the decorations. Place two mini chocolate chips for the eyes, an orange sprinkle for the nose, and three mini chocolate chips down the front for buttons. Add pretzel stick arms to the sides. Let the snowmen set completely.
Final Touches: Once the chocolate is firm, you can use a black edible marker or decorating icing to draw on a smile.
The simple, no-bake filling comes together in minutes.
Pro Tips for Perfect Snowman Oreo Balls
Making these treats is easy, but a few expert tips will guarantee they turn out perfectly every time.
Getting the Right Consistency
Ensure your cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature. This helps it blend seamlessly with the Oreo crumbs, preventing any lumps. If your mixture feels too sticky, you can chill it for 15 minutes before rolling.
Tips for Easy Dipping
Chilling the Oreo balls is non-negotiable. A frozen ball is much more stable for dipping and won’t fall apart in the warm chocolate. Use a deep, narrow bowl for melting your chocolate, which makes it easier to fully submerge the Oreo ball. Using a dipping tool or two forks can help you get a clean, even coat without excess chocolate pooling at the bottom.
Melting White Chocolate Perfectly
White chocolate can be finicky and seize up if overheated. Always microwave in short bursts and stir well each time. The residual heat will continue to melt the wafers. If it feels too thick, a little coconut oil or paramount crystals will create a perfectly smooth consistency for dipping.
Storage Instructions
Because of the cream cheese, these Snowman Oreo Balls must be stored in the refrigerator. Place them in an airtight container in a single layer if possible. They will stay fresh for up to one week.
You can also freeze them for longer storage! Place the fully set snowmen in a freezer-safe container, separating layers with parchment paper. They can be frozen for up to two months. Thaw them in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving. This is a great tip for anyone who loves making holiday treats ahead of time, similar to our No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake.
Frequently Asked Questions About Snowman Oreo Balls
Your Oreo balls are likely too soft because they weren’t chilled for long enough. They must be firm to the touch before dipping. We recommend freezing them for at least 30 minutes to ensure they hold their shape in the warm chocolate.
Stored in an airtight container, these Oreo balls will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to one week. Be sure to keep them chilled due to the cream cheese.
Yes, absolutely! You can freeze them for up to two months. Place the fully set Oreo balls in a freezer-safe container, with parchment paper between any layers. Thaw them in the fridge before serving.
We highly recommend using white chocolate melting wafers or candy melts (such as Ghirardelli). They are designed to melt smoothly and set up with a harder shell than regular white chocolate chips, which can sometimes be too thick or soft.
An orange sprinkle jimmy is the easiest and most common option. You can also use carrot-shaped sprinkles if you can find them, or even a tiny, carefully cut piece of an orange candy like a Starburst.
Your holiday dessert table is about to get even more delicious! These Snowman Oreo Balls are just the beginning of the festive fun. If you enjoyed this recipe, you’ll absolutely love our classic Christmas Sugar Cookies and these delightful Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies. We hope this recipe brings a little extra joy to your holiday season. If you make these adorable snowmen, please leave a comment below or share a picture with us on Pinterest. Happy holidays!
Snowman Oreo Balls Recipe
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Snowman Oreo Balls (Easy No-Bake Christmas Treat)
Create the most adorable and delicious holiday treat with these Snowman Oreo Balls! A festive, no-bake delight made with Oreo cookies, cream cheese, and white chocolate, perfect for Christmas parties and kid-friendly fun.
Crush the entire package of Oreo cookies in a food processor until they become fine crumbs.
In a large bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs and softened cream cheese. Mix until well-combined.
Scoop and roll the mixture into tablespoon-sized balls. For snowmen, create a larger ball for the body and a smaller one for the head for each snowman. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Freeze the Oreo balls for at least 30 minutes until firm.
Melt the white chocolate wafers in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Add coconut oil to thin if needed.
Dip the large ball in chocolate and place it on the parchment paper. Dip the small ball and immediately place it on top of the large one.
Before the chocolate sets, add mini chocolate chips for eyes and buttons, an orange sprinkle for the nose, and pretzel sticks for arms. Let set completely.
Once firm, use black icing or an edible marker to draw on a smile.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalProtein: 2gFat: 9gFiber: 1g
Notes
Ensure Oreo balls are well-chilled before dipping to prevent them from falling apart. Use melting wafers instead of white chocolate chips for a smoother, better-setting coating. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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