Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step 1: Crush the Oreos
- Place Oreos in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form. (If you don’t have a processor, crush them in a zip bag with a rolling pin.)
Step 2: Mix with cream cheese
- In a mixing bowl, combine Oreo crumbs and softened cream cheese. Stir until fully blended into a thick dough-like consistency.
Step 3: Shape into balls
- Scoop out small portions (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll into smooth balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes (or freeze for 15 minutes) to firm up.
Step 4: Melt the candy coating
- Place orange candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.
Step 5: Dip the Oreo balls
- Using a toothpick or fork, dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted candy coating. Let excess drip off, then return to parchment paper.
Step 6: Add pumpkin details
- While still wet, gently press a small piece of pretzel stick into the top as a stem. Pipe or drizzle green candy melts/icing around the stem for pumpkin leaves or vines.
Step 7: Chill and serve
- Refrigerate the decorated pumpkin Oreo balls for at least 15 minutes to set. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Freeze undecorated Oreo balls (before coating) for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before dipping.
Do not reheat, as they’re meant to be enjoyed chilled.
🥄 Variations
Chocolate Pumpkins: Use chocolate candy melts instead of orange for dark “pumpkins.”
Spooky Eyeball Oreo Balls: Use white candy melts and candy eyes to make eyeballs.
Minty Pumpkins: Use mint Oreos for a fresh twist.
Pumpkin Spice Version: Stir in 1 tsp pumpkin spice into the Oreo-cream cheese mix.
Ghost Oreo Balls: Skip orange coating and use white melts for little ghosts.
❓ 10 FAQs
Do I need to scrape the filling out of the Oreos? – No, blend them whole. The cream filling helps bind.
Can I use store-brand cookies? – Yes, any chocolate sandwich cookies work.
Why are my Oreo balls falling apart when dipping? – Chill them longer before coating.
Can I make them without cream cheese? – Use softened mascarpone or peanut butter instead.
Do candy melts taste good? – Yes, but you can also use white chocolate with orange coloring.
Can kids help make these? – Absolutely! They’ll love rolling and decorating the pumpkins.
Can I make these ahead of time? – Yes, they’re perfect for prepping a day before a party.
How do I make the coating smooth? – Add 1 tsp coconut oil to melted candy melts for a glossy finish.
Can I use food coloring in chocolate? – Use oil-based food coloring, not water-based.
Are these gluten-free? – Only if you use gluten-free sandwich cookies.
🏁 Conclusion
Pumpkin Oreo Balls are the ultimate no-bake Halloween and fall dessert—cute, festive, and irresistibly delicious. With just a few ingredients, you can create bite-sized pumpkin treats that look impressive but take very little effort. They’re a perfect project for kids, a party-friendly snack, and a creative way to enjoy Oreos in a whole new form. Make a batch this season, and watch them disappear as quickly as you set them out!
Pumpkin Oreo Balls are the ultimate no-bake Halloween and fall dessert—cute, festive, and irresistibly delicious. With just a few ingredients, you can create bite-sized pumpkin treats that look impressive but take very little effort. They’re a perfect project for kids, a party-friendly snack, and a creative way to enjoy Oreos in a whole new form. Make a batch this season, and watch them disappear as quickly as you set them out!