Adorable Bunny Oreo Balls: Easy No-Bake Recipe
These delightful no-bake treats feature a rich, creamy chocolate cookie center, enrobed in a smooth layer of white chocolate. Each ball is then adorned with delicate pink ears, charming chocolate chip eyes, and a small chocolate nose, creating an adorable bunny appearance. A coating of fine white sprinkles or shredded coconut adds a subtle textural contrast and a fluffy finish. They offer a harmonious blend of sweet chocolate and creamy tang, making them a festive and appealing dessert.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (plus 2 hours chilling)
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 balls 1x
Ingredients
- 1 (14.3 oz) package Oreo cookies (about 36 cookies)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 16 oz white chocolate melting wafers or good quality white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup white sprinkles or shredded coconut
- Pink candy melts or fondant for ears
- Mini chocolate chips or chocolate sprinkles for eyes and nose
Instructions
- Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed into crumbs. Alternatively, place cookies in a large zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- In a large bowl, combine the crushed Oreo crumbs and softened cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until well combined and a dough-like consistency is formed.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes, or freeze for 15 minutes, until firm.
- While the balls are chilling, prepare the bunny ears. Melt a small amount of pink candy melts according to package directions, or roll out pink fondant very thinly. Cut out small oval shapes for the ears. Allow them to set.
- Melt the white chocolate melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth.
- Dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Tap gently to remove excess chocolate.
- Immediately place the dipped ball onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. While the chocolate is still wet, gently press two pink ears into the top of the ball. Add two mini chocolate chips for eyes and one for the nose.
- If desired, roll the wet chocolate-coated ball in white sprinkles or shredded coconut for a fluffy texture before adding the facial features.
- Return the decorated balls to the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate coating is completely set.
Notes
For extra smooth white chocolate, add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil or shortening when melting.
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
If the dough becomes too sticky while rolling, chill it briefly.
Use a toothpick or a dipping tool for easier coating of the balls.
Store leftover bunny balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 2g