Introduction

Monster Oreo Balls are a fun and spooky treat perfect for any party or Halloween celebration. These adorable little monsters combine rich Oreo flavor with creamy chocolate coating and playful candy eyes that make them irresistible to both kids and adults.

A white plate holds a pile of round cake balls decorated to look like fun monsters with three main colors: green, purple, and white. Each cake ball has a smooth outer layer of colored chocolate and one or two big white candy eyes with black pupils placed on top, giving them a playful look. The green cake balls have a rough green icing on top like hair, the purple ones have long thin purple sprinkles for hair sticking out from one side, and the white ones have short black sprinkles scattered on top. One green cake ball is cut in half showing two dark brown layers inside, with a crunchy light green coating on the outside. The plate sits on a white marbled surface and a small plastic black spider shape sits near the edge of the plate. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

36 Oreos
8 ounces cream cheese (softened at room temperature)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups white, light green, and purple melting wafers (about 2/3 cup each color)
3 tablespoons Crisco shortening
Green, purple, and black long (not round) jimmies sprinkles
Candy eyes in multiple sizes

Instructions

Step 1: In a food processor, add the Oreos, breaking them apart slightly while adding, and crush until they turn into fine crumbs.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs, cream cheese, and vanilla extract. Mix with a handheld electric mixer or stand mixer for 1 to 2 minutes until fully combined and forming a dough-like mixture.
Step 3: Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, portion the dough and roll each portion into a smooth, even ball with your palms. Place the balls on a large cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 4: Refrigerate the cookie sheet with the Oreo balls for 2 hours to firm up.
Step 5: Near the end of chilling, prepare the melting wafers by working one color at a time. Place wafers in a microwave-safe bowl and heat at 50% power or defrost mode for 1 minute. Stir, add 1 tablespoon of Crisco, then microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until the mixture is smooth and silky with a dressing-like consistency.
Step 6: Dip 6 to 7 Oreo balls into the melted chocolate using two forks or dipping tools, coating completely. Remove excess chocolate by scraping the forks or gently shaking the ball side to side. Place the coated balls back onto the parchment-lined sheet.
Step 7: Immediately decorate each ball with candy eyes and the long jimmies sprinkles to create fun and spooky monster faces.
Step 8: Repeat the melting, dipping, and decorating process for each color of melting wafers until all balls are covered.
Step 9: Chill all decorated monster Oreo balls for another 30 minutes before serving to set the coating.

Tips & Variations

Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother texture.
Swap the cream cheese for a dairy-free alternative to make these treats vegan-friendly.
Try different colored melting wafers or add edible glitter to make your monsters extra festive.
If you don’t have Crisco, vegetable oil can be used, but use less to keep the coating firm.

Storage

Store the Monster Oreo Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to one month and thaw in the fridge overnight before serving. Reheat is not recommended, as the chocolate coating may soften or melt.

How to Serve

The image shows small round cake balls in pastel colors of white, green, and purple, each decorated to look like one-eyed or three-eyed monsters. Each cake ball has smooth, shiny outer frosting: green with green sprinkles, white with black sprinkles, and purple with dark purple sprinkles. The eyes are made of white circles with black centers, placed on top and sometimes in a cluster of three on the purple cake balls. The cake balls sit directly on a white marbled surface, scattered loosely across it with no plate visible. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the Oreo balls ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the Oreo balls and refrigerate or freeze them before dipping and decorating. Just be sure to fully chill before coating to keep them firm and easy to work with.

What if I don’t have candy eyes?

You can get creative by using chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, or colored icing to create eyes and other monster features. The goal is to have fun with the decorations!