Grinch Oreo Holiday Treat (Printer-Friendly Version)
Festive green candy-coated Oreo balls with cream cheese filling and red candy hearts for a vibrant holiday treat.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Base
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44 Red Velvet Oreo cookies
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227 grams cream cheese, softened
→ Coating
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425 grams light green candy melts
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Red candy hearts for decoration
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Gather tools including a food processor or blender for crushing Oreos, an electric mixer for blending cream cheese and crumbs, and a 3.8 cm cookie scoop for portioning.
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Using a food processor or blender, pulse the Red Velvet Oreos until finely crushed. Avoid large pieces to ensure even texture in the mixture.
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In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually incorporate Oreo crumbs until forming a moist, uniform dough. Adjust consistency by adding crumbs or cream cheese as needed.
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Scoop 3.8 cm portions of the mixture and roll into smooth balls. Arrange on the parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up. Alternatively, freeze for 30 minutes but avoid complete freezing to prevent cracking during dipping.
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Melt green candy melts using a double boiler over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Alternatively, microwave on defrost power in 30-second intervals, stirring in between to avoid overheating.
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Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled ball into the melted candy coating, tapping off excess. Place back on the parchment. If candy hardens, gently re-melt. Drizzle additional melted candy if desired and immediately top with a red candy heart before coating sets.
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Refrigerate the dipped balls until the coating is fully set. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Serve arranged on a festive tray.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
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Avoid overheating candy melts to prevent seizing. Chill balls before dipping but avoid freezing solid to prevent cracks. Adjust mixture consistency by adding crumbs or cream cheese as needed.