Description
Delightfully festive Glitter Cookie Balls made from crushed cookies and cream cheese, coated in smooth melted white chocolate and decorated with shimmering edible glitter. These bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, gifts, or a special indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Mixture
- 2 cups crushed cookies (such as Oreos, vanilla wafer cookies, or shortbread cookies)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Chocolate Coating
- 12 oz white chocolate chips (or milk chocolate, if preferred)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or coconut oil (to help with smooth coating)
Decoration
- Edible glitter or shimmer powder (for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Mixture: In a large bowl, crush the cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the softened cream cheese and vanilla extract (if using) to the crushed cookies and mix until well combined, forming a sticky and moldable mixture.
- Form Balls: Roll the cookie mixture into small, bite-sized balls about 1 inch in diameter and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill Cookie Balls: Refrigerate the cookie balls for 20-30 minutes until firm and set, facilitating easier coating.
- Melt the Coating: Melt white chocolate chips with vegetable or coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring until smooth, or melt over a double boiler.
- Coat the Cookie Balls: Dip each chilled cookie ball into the melted chocolate using a fork or spoon, coat thoroughly, let excess drip off, then place back on parchment paper.
- Add the Glitter: While the chocolate coating is still wet, generously sprinkle edible glitter or shimmer powder over the cookie balls for a sparkling finish.
- Set the Coating: Refrigerate the coated cookie balls for another 15-20 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden completely.
- Serve: Once the chocolate is fully set, serve your Glitter Cookie Balls as a festive treat for parties, gifts, or personal enjoyment.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, try using different types of cookies such as mint Oreos or chocolate wafers.
- If you don’t have edible glitter, finely grated white chocolate can add a nice touch.
- Make sure cookies are crushed finely for easier mixing and smooth texture.
- Use a silicone spatula to gently mix cream cheese and crumbs without overworking the dough.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
