Apple Oreo Balls (Back-to-School Treat)
Apple Oreo Balls are a delightful no-bake treat that perfectly blend the rich crunch of Oreos with the crisp sweetness of fresh apples. These bite-sized snacks, coated in chocolate, are perfect for busy back-to-school days, making them an ideal lunchbox surprise or an indulgent after-school snack. Easy to prepare and fun to customize, Apple Oreo Balls will surely become a favorite among kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 Oreo cookies, crushed
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp apple pie spice
- ½ apple, finely chopped (preferably Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup chocolate melts (dark or milk)
- Optional: sprinkles or crushed nuts for topping
Instructions
- Crush the Oreos into fine crumbs using a food processor or zip-top bag. In a bowl, combine crushed Oreos and softened cream cheese until well blended.
- Add apple pie spice and chopped apples, mixing until evenly distributed.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture into balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate according to package instructions and dip each ball until fully coated. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- While the chocolate is still wet, add your desired toppings. Let the balls sit at room temperature until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Consider swapping out apples for other fruits like pears or adding nuts for extra crunch. For a richer flavor, use double-stuffed Oreos or drizzle additional melted chocolate over the chilled balls.