Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These truffles are incredibly easy to make with just a handful of ingredients and no baking required. The combination of crushed Oreos and peanut butter delivers rich flavor and satisfying texture in every bite. They’re ideal for making ahead, freezing, and sharing. Plus, they look as good as they taste, especially when topped with crushed cookies or a drizzle of chocolate.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
- Oreo cookies
- Cream cheese
- Creamy peanut butter
- Semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips (for coating)
- Optional toppings: crushed Oreos, sea salt, white chocolate drizzle
Directions
- Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until they become fine crumbs.
- In a large bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with softened cream cheese and peanut butter. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze the truffle balls for 20–30 minutes until firm.
- Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave or using a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, coating evenly. Use a fork to lift them out and let excess chocolate drip off.
- Place the coated truffles back on the parchment-lined sheet.
- Add desired toppings (like crushed Oreos or a chocolate drizzle) before the coating sets.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate is completely set, about 15–20 minutes.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Servings and timing
This recipe makes about 24 truffles.
Prep time: 25 minutes
Chill time: 30–40 minutes
Total time: about 1 hour
Variations
- White chocolate coating: Dip the truffles in melted white chocolate for a sweet twist.
- Nutty center: Add chopped peanuts or almonds to the mixture for extra crunch.
- Cookie butter version: Replace peanut butter with cookie butter for a spiced flavor.
- Minty twist: Use mint Oreos for a refreshing variation.
- Sprinkle toppings: Decorate with colorful sprinkles for holidays or birthdays.
Storage/Reheating
Store Oreo peanut butter truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
To freeze, place them in a single layer in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Thaw in the fridge before serving. These truffles do not require reheating.
FAQs
Can I use natural peanut butter?
Yes, but natural peanut butter tends to be oilier, so mix it well and consider slightly reducing the amount.
What type of Oreos should I use?
Classic Oreos work best, but you can experiment with flavored varieties like mint, golden, or double-stuffed.
Do I need to remove the Oreo filling?
No, keep the filling in—the creamy center helps bind the mixture and adds flavor.
Can I make these truffles without cream cheese?
Cream cheese is essential for texture and taste, but you could try mascarpone as an alternative.
How can I prevent the chocolate from cracking?
Make sure the truffles aren’t too cold when dipping and let the coating set slowly at room temperature.
Can I dip the truffles in chocolate without a fork?
Yes, you can use a toothpick, skewer, or even a dipping tool for better control.
How long do these truffles last?
They keep well in the refrigerator for about 1 week or in the freezer for 3 months.
Can I make them ahead for a party?
Definitely. Make them up to 3 days in advance and store chilled until ready to serve.
What’s the best way to melt chocolate?
Use a microwave in 30-second intervals or a double boiler to avoid burning the chocolate.
Can I make these truffles gluten-free?
Yes, just use gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies in place of regular Oreos.
Conclusion
Oreo peanut butter truffles are the perfect treat for any occasion, blending the best of cookies, peanut butter, and chocolate into one irresistible bite. Easy to make, beautiful to present, and delicious to eat, these truffles will quickly become a favorite go-to dessert for sharing—or keeping all to yourself.
PrintOreo Peanut Butter Truffles
Oreo peanut butter truffles are no-bake bite-sized treats made with crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and peanut butter, coated in melted chocolate. They’re rich, creamy, crunchy, and perfect for parties, holidays, or gifting.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 24 truffles
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 36 Oreo cookies
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 12 oz semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips (for coating)
- Optional toppings: crushed Oreos, sea salt, white chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Place Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs.
- In a large bowl, mix Oreo crumbs with softened cream cheese and peanut butter until fully combined and smooth.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze the truffle balls for 20–30 minutes until firm.
- Melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals or using a double boiler until smooth.
- Dip each truffle into melted chocolate, using a fork to lift and allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place coated truffles back on parchment-lined sheet.
- Top with crushed Oreos or drizzle with melted white chocolate before coating sets.
- Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes until chocolate is fully set.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use full Oreo cookies with filling—no need to remove the cream.
- Natural peanut butter may be too oily—mix well or reduce amount slightly.
- To avoid chocolate cracking, don’t dip truffles straight from the freezer.
- Store truffles chilled to maintain texture and shape.
- Try white chocolate coating or flavored Oreos for fun variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
