Celebrate the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or any other patriotic event with these darling Patriotic 4ths of July Oreo Balls! These 4th of July Oreo balls are a pretty and patriotic dessert that looks like a truffle and tastes like an Oreo cheesecake. They’re the perfect no bake treat for your Fourth of July party or picnic table.
If you’re looking for the perfect delicious recipe for Independence Day, you’ll love these easy and tasty Patriotic 4th of July Oreo Balls. Although you can make these treats any time of year, this version is dressed up with a red, white, and blue candy coating for a colorful and festive look.
Like traditional Oreo balls, they have the delicious Oreo cream cheese filling that makes them taste like a rich and creamy Oreo cheesecake. These bite-sized balls are perfect for sharing at parties and the best part is that there’s no baking and so special equipment needed.
Make a batch of these easy Oreo truffles for your Independence Day festivities. They’re a fun summer treat that will add a dose of patriotic cheer to your party.
Why We Love These Patriotic Oreo Truffles
Festive – The red, white, and blue colors of these festive treats make them ideal for patriotic holidays like July 4th and Memorial Day.
Great for Parties – These bite sized Oreo cream cheese balls are perfect for parties and special occasions. They’re ideal when you just want a little taste of something sweet while saving room for other goodies.
Rich and Delicious – A cross between chocolate truffles and Oreo cheesecake, no one will be able to resist these creamy and sweet treats.
Easy – With just a handful of ingredients and no baking required, this no-bake Oreo truffle recipe is super easy and delicious.
What ingredients do I need to make these?
- Oreo Cookies
- Cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- Red candy melts
- Blue candy melts
- Ghirardelli white melting wafers
- White star confetti sprinkles for topping
How To Make Fourth of July Oreo Balls
Making The Oreo Cookie Balls
Step 1: Line two baking trays with parchment paper and set them aside. Place the Oreos in a food processor or blender and pulse them into fine cookie crumbs. (You can also crush the Oreo cookies by placing them in a Ziploc bag and rolling over them with a rolling pin.)
Step 2: Place the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Beat with a hand mixer on high speed until smooth.
Step 3: Add the crushed Oreo cookies to the cream cheese and mix on medium speed until well blended.
Step 4: Use a small cookie scoop to create evenly sized balls of the Oreo mixture, and then roll each one in the palms of your hands to make it smooth. Set the balls on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 5: Place the balls into the refrigerator to chill for 2 hours. (Note: If you are short on time, you can freeze the balls for 15-20 minutes.)
Decorating The Oreo Balls
Step 6: Remove one tray of the prepared balls from the refrigerator. In a double boiler over low heat, melt the blue candy melts, stirring every 30 seconds until completely melted and smooth. (You can also use a microwave safe bowl and microwave on low setting for this step).
Step 7: Use a fork to dip each ball completely into the melted chocolate. Lift the fork and tap it to shake off excess coating.
Step 8: Place on the baking sheet and immediately sprinkle with the white star confetti. Place the blue Oreo balls back into the refrigerator to allow the coating to set.
Note: Be sure to add the sprinkles before the blue chocolate sets or they won’t stick.
Step 9: Remove the second tray of the balls from the refrigerator. Using a clean double boiler on low heat, melt the red candy melts, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
Step 10: Use a fork to dip each ball completely into the red coating. Lift the fork out and tap it to remove any excess coating.
Step 11: Place the ball back onto the cookie sheet and repeat with the remaining balls.
Step 12: Using a small piping bag, microwave ⅓ cup white melting wafers in 30 second increments until melted. Massage the bag at each interval to ensure that the wafers melt evenly.
Step 13: Snip a small piece of the tip off the end of the bag and drizzle white lines over the red Oreo balls. Return the balls to the refrigerator to allow the coating to set for 10 minutes. Keep refrigerated until ready to eat.
Tips & Tricks
- You can use any flavor of Oreos, but be sure to use the correct amount, about 45 regular sized cookies. If you use fewer cookies or select the double or mega stuff cookies with more cream, you may end up with soft and wet Oreo balls.
- If you can’t find white star confetti at your grocery store, you can purchase it online at Amazon. You can also substitute white nonpareils or sugar pearls.
- For best results, I recommend using the double boiler method rather than the microwave to melt the candy coating. It helps to keep a thin consistency, which is ideal for coating. Be sure to keep the heat on low to avoid the melts seizing and clumping.
- Regular white chocolate or almond bark can be used in place of the white melting wafers.
How Do I Store These Patriotic Oreo Balls?
Place any leftover balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should keep for up to 5 days.
Can I Freeze Them?
Yes – you can freeze this 4th of July treat for up to 2 months. Be sure to separate them with parchment paper so they don’t stick together and place them in an airtight container or Ziploc bag.
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Patriotic 4th of July Oreo Balls
Equipment
- Mixing bowl (Great set w/lids and attachments)
- Piping bag (Disposable)
- Parchment paper (Kitchen must-have)
- Baking Sheet (Nordic Ware, don't warp or twist)
- Food Processor (Multi-use)
Ingredients
- 1 lb Oreo Cookies 2.12 oz Family Size package
- 8 ounces Cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 12 ounces Blue candy melts
- 12 ounces Red candy melts
- ⅓ cup White candy melts
- White star confetti sprinkles
Instructions
MAKING THE OREO BALLS:
- Line two baking trays with parchment paper and set them aside. Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor or blender and pulse them into fine crumbs. (You can also place them in a Ziploc bag and crush them with a rolling pin.)
- 1 lb Oreo Cookies
- Place the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Beat with a hand mixer on high speed until smooth.
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- Add the Oreo crumbs to the cream cheese and mix on medium speed until well combined.
- Use a small cookie scoop to create evenly sized balls of the Oreo mixture, and then roll each one in the palms of your hands to make it smooth. Set the balls on the prepared baking sheet.
- Place the balls into the refrigerator to chill for 2 hours. (Note: If you are short on time, you can freeze the balls for 15-20 minutes.)
DECORATING THE OREO BALLS:
- Remove one tray of the prepared balls from the refrigerator. In a double boiler over low heat, melt the blue candy melts, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. (You can also use a microwave safe bowl and microwave on low setting for this step).
- 12 ounces blue candy melts
- Use a fork to dip each ball completely into the melted chocolate. Lift the fork and tap it to remove any excess coating.
- Place the ball back onto the baking tray and immediately sprinkle with the white star confetti. Place the blue Oreo balls back into the refrigerator to allow the coating to set.
- White star confetti sprinkles for topping
- Remove the second tray of the balls from the refrigerator. Using a clean double boiler on low heat, melt the red candy melts, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- 12 ounces red candy melts
- Use a fork to dip each ball completely into the red coating then lift the fork and tap it to remove any excess coating.
- Place the ball back onto the cookie sheet and repeat with the remaining balls.
- Using a small piping bag, microwave ⅓ cup white melting wafers in 30 second increments until melted. Massage the bag at each interval to ensure that the wafers melt evenly.
- ⅓ cup White melting wafers
- Snip a small piece of the tip off the end of the bag and drizzle white lines over the red Oreo balls. Return the balls to the refrigerator to allow the coating to set for 10 minutes. Keep refrigerated until ready to eat.
