What’s better than a Golden Oreo? Golden Oreo Truffles! These no-bake bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, potlucks, or a simple sweet snack. With just four main ingredients, they’re quick to make and endlessly customizable.
This post was originally published March 2019 and has been updated with new photos, step-by-step images, and additional tips.
I fell in love with Golden Oreos the moment I tried them. While the original chocolate Oreo will always be a classic, the vanilla flavor of Golden Oreos offers a lighter, slightly buttery note that works beautifully in truffles and other desserts.
Oreos now come in so many flavors that it’s easy to experiment, but Golden Oreos remain a favorite for their clean, sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with cream cheese and white chocolate.
These Golden Oreo Truffles are a fantastic no-bake dessert for any occasion. If you enjoy Oreo-based treats, you might also like other no-bake Oreo dessert ideas—these truffles are a simple, crowd-pleasing option that’s easy to make ahead.
Why You Will Love These Golden Oreo Truffles:
- No baking required. Minimal ingredients and effort produce a decadent, homemade treat.
- Highly customizable. Tint the coating or use themed sprinkles for holidays, parties, or team colors.
- Kid-friendly to make. Kids can help mix, roll, and decorate—great for family cooking time.
Recipe Ingredients:
- Golden Oreos: One 14.3 oz. package (any vanilla sandwich cookie will work).
- Cream cheese: One 8 oz. block, softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
- White melting chocolate: 12–16 oz. of white chocolate chips, wafers, or candy coating for dipping.
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp to enhance flavor.
- Sprinkles (optional): Use any color or style to decorate the truffles.
Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Crush the cookies. Pulse the Oreos in a food processor until you have fine crumbs. If you don’t have a processor, place cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- Combine with cream cheese and vanilla. Transfer crumbs to a bowl, add softened cream cheese (broken into small pieces) and vanilla. Mix until evenly combined—clean hands work well for kneading the mixture.
- Form balls. Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, about 1–1.5 inches in diameter. This recipe yields roughly 24 truffles depending on size.
- Chill. Freeze the balls for at least 15–20 minutes so they’re firm for coating. You can also freeze them longer if desired.
- Melt the coating. Gently melt the white chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in 25-second increments, stirring between intervals. Heat slowly to avoid seizing the chocolate.
- Dip and decorate. Using two forks or a dipping tool, coat each chilled ball in melted white chocolate, letting excess drip off before placing on parchment paper. Add sprinkles immediately, then allow chocolate to set.
- Store. Keep truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Bring to room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving, if desired. For longer storage, freeze up to three months and thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
Recipe Tips
- Use any sandwich cookie: Golden Oreos are recommended, but other flavors or brands will work too—experiment for different tastes.
- Make them seasonal: Change sprinkles or color the coating to match holidays or events.
- Choose your melting method: A double boiler keeps chocolate smooth, but the microwave works when used in short intervals and stirred often.
- Mixing option: If you prefer, use a food processor to combine the cream cheese with crumbs—just be sure the cream cheese is very soft and broken into small pieces first.
Storage:
Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. To freeze, place them in a freezer-safe container for up to three months and thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
Other No-Bake Recipes:
- Peanut Butter Reese’s Pieces Cookie Dough Bites
- Peanut Butter Cup Truffles
- No Bake Blueberry Lemon Mini Tarts
- No Bake Caramel Apple Cheesecake
- German Chocolate Cake Bites
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Golden Oreo Truffles
Ingredients
- 1 – 14.3 oz. package Golden Oreos
- 1 – 8 oz. block cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 12–16 oz. white melting chocolate
- Sprinkles, optional
Instructions
- Process Oreos in a food processor until they become fine crumbs. Alternatively, crush in a sealed bag with a rolling pin.
- Combine crumbs, softened cream cheese (broken into small pieces), and vanilla in a bowl. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized balls and freeze for at least 15–20 minutes.
- Melt white chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short intervals, stirring between each. Dip each ball to coat, place on parchment, and add sprinkles while the coating is wet.
- Allow coated truffles to set. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Any sandwich cookie works—try different flavors for variety.
- Customize colors and sprinkles for holidays or events.
- Use whichever melting method you prefer for the chocolate.
Nutrition
Calories: 196 kcal; Carbohydrates: 22 g; Protein: 2 g; Fat: 11 g (approximate).
Nutrition information is an estimate and should be used as a guideline.