A No-Bake, No-Fuss Dessert That’s Creamy, Chocolatey, and Crowd-Pleasing
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: No oven required, ready in under 30 minutes.
- Safe to Eat: Made without eggs or raw flour—100% edible dough.
- Customizable: Flavor it your way with extracts, chocolate types, or coatings.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Store well for parties, lunchboxes, or last-minute cravings.
- Gift-Ready: Wrap them in decorative boxes or jars for birthdays or holidays.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1½ cups (180g) Oreo cookie crumbs
About 18 standard-size Oreos, including the cream filling. - 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
Full-fat for the creamiest texture, but light works too. - ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
Adds smooth sweetness and helps bind the dough. - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional but recommended for a rounded flavor. - ½ cup (90g) mini chocolate chips (optional)
Regular chips work in a pinch, but mini chips give a better texture-to-size ratio in each bite.
For Optional Coating
- 6 oz melted chocolate (dark, milk, or white)
- Crushed Oreos, sprinkles, sea salt, or chopped nuts for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Crush the Oreos
- Place the Oreos in a food processor and pulse until very fine.
No food processor? Place in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin. - Tip: Finer crumbs = smoother, more cohesive dough.
Step 2: Make the Dough
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs with the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Mix with a spoon, spatula, or hand mixer until a dough forms.
- Texture Check: The dough should hold together easily but not be sticky. If it’s too soft, chill it for 10 minutes before shaping.
Step 3: Add Chocolate Chips
- Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Variation idea: Swap in chopped nuts, toffee bits, or even crushed pretzels for a sweet-and-salty twist.
Step 4: Roll into Bites
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough per bite and roll into smooth balls with your hands.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
Step 5: Chill to Firm
- Refrigerate the bites for 15–30 minutes until firm.
This step makes them easier to coat in chocolate and gives a better mouthfeel.
Step 6: Optional – Coat in Chocolate
- Melt your chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20–30 second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each chilled bite using a fork or skewer, tapping off excess.
- Set on parchment paper and immediately sprinkle with toppings before the chocolate sets.
- Chill again for 10–15 minutes to harden the coating.
Storage Instructions
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 1 month—just thaw slightly before enjoying for best texture.
- Perfect for meal prep snacks, holiday trays, or gift boxes.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve cold or at room temperature.
- Pair with coffee, hot cocoa, or milk.
- Add to a dessert board with chocolate bark, fruit, and truffles.
- Place in mini cupcake liners for a professional look.
Flavor Variations
- Mint Chocolate: Use mint Oreos and a few drops of peppermint extract.
- Peanut Butter: Replace some cream cheese with peanut butter for a Reese’s-style bite.
- Golden Oreo: Use Golden Oreos and white chocolate chips.
- Cookies & Cream Cheesecake: Fold in extra crushed Oreos and coat in white chocolate.
- Birthday Cake: Use Birthday Cake Oreos and rainbow sprinkles.
Final Tips for Success
- Soften the cream cheese fully for easier mixing.
- If the dough feels too wet, add a tablespoon of extra Oreo crumbs.
- For a firmer bite, chill longer or even freeze before dipping in chocolate.
- Double the batch—these disappear fast.
