Name: Peanut Butter Oreo Balls – Sweet Easy Recipes Everyone Loves
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 18 Oreo cookies (crushed); 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky, you do you); 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or dark, if you're feeling bold)

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You know those moments when your sweet tooth shows up like an uninvited guest at 9 PM? This recipe is for that. These peanut butter Oreo balls are a ridiculously easy answer to dessert cravings. They’re crunchy, creamy, chocolatey, and disappear faster than socks in a dryer. I first made these on a whim using exactly what I had in my pantry—Oreos, peanut butter, and some chocolate chips. That’s it. And guess what? They were gone before the tray even made it out of the fridge. It’s one of those recipes that looks like you put in more effort than you actually did. Win-win. So if you’ve got 15 minutes, a microwave, and a craving for something sweet without turning on the oven, these are your go-to. Ideal for lazy weekends, quick evening snacks, or even a last-minute party treat that people will ask you for the recipe of. Trust me—I’ve been there.

1) Key Takeaways
2) Easy Peanut Butter Oreo Balls Recipe
3) Ingredients for Peanut Butter Oreo Balls
4) How to Make Peanut Butter Oreo Balls
5) Tips for Making Peanut Butter Oreo Balls
6) Making Peanut Butter Oreo Balls Ahead of Time
7) Storing Leftover Peanut Butter Oreo Balls
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10) Nutrition

1) Key Takeaways

No-bake recipe with only 3 ingredients
Perfect for quick evening snacks or party treats
Uses pantry staples: Oreos, peanut butter, and chocolate
Ready in under 15 minutes
Easy to customize with toppings like sea salt or crushed nuts

2) Easy Peanut Butter Oreo Balls Recipe

Sometimes you just need something sweet and you need it now. That’s how these peanut butter Oreo balls made their grand entrance into my kitchen. The name might sound a bit extra, but trust me, they’re as straightforward as it gets. No baking. No weird ingredients. Just pure, simple dessert joy.

The first time I made these, it was out of sheer desperation. I was craving something chocolatey, creamy, and crunchy. I spotted Oreos, peanut butter, and a bag of chocolate chips—and that was that. Fifteen minutes later, dessert was handled. They’ve been in my regular snack rotation ever since.

This sweet easy recipe hits all the right notes: minimal cleanup, zero oven time, and a result that tastes like you spent hours. Whether you’re hosting friends or hoarding treats for yourself (no judgment), this one always delivers.

3) Ingredients for Peanut Butter Oreo Balls

18 Oreo Cookies: Crush them up into crumbs. It’s easier than it sounds. You can use a food processor or just a zip-top bag and a little aggression with a rolling pin.

1/2 Cup Peanut Butter: Creamy or crunchy, both work fine. Creamy mixes more smoothly, but if you like little bits of peanut in your bites, crunchy adds great texture.

1 Cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: For coating. If you’re into dark chocolate, feel free to sub that in. Just melt it gently and keep it smooth for the perfect shell.

4) How to Make Peanut Butter Oreo Balls

Step 1. Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. You can either blitz them in a food processor or put them in a zip bag and use a rolling pin. Either way works great.

Step 2. Mix the crushed Oreos with the peanut butter. Get your hands in there—it’s more fun and helps everything stick together faster. Aim for a dough-like texture.

Step 3. Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls. Use a spoon to portion it out so they’re somewhat even. Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 4. Chill the tray in the fridge for 15 minutes. This helps them firm up so they don’t fall apart when you dip them in chocolate later.

Step 5. Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in short bursts, stirring between each. You want a silky smooth consistency here.

Step 6. Dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate. Use a fork to roll and lift them easily. Let the excess chocolate drip off.

Step 7. Place each coated ball back on the tray. Chill again until the chocolate sets. Now try to resist eating them all at once.

5) Tips for Making Peanut Butter Oreo Balls

If your mixture feels too soft, just pop it in the fridge for 10 minutes before shaping. Temperature makes a big difference with peanut butter-based recipes.

Don’t overheat the chocolate. Burnt chocolate is nobody’s friend. Stick to 30-second intervals and stir a lot. You want it melted, not fried.

You can sprinkle a little sea salt or crushed pretzels on top before the chocolate sets. Adds some crunch and really balances the sweetness beautifully.

6) Making Peanut Butter Oreo Balls Ahead of Time

These Oreo balls are great for prepping ahead. You can make the full batch and keep them in the fridge for several days. They hold their shape and flavor really well.

If you want to freeze them, go ahead. Just store them in an airtight container and place parchment between the layers. Thaw in the fridge when you need them.

I’ve brought these to parties two days after making them and people still ask if I made them “just this morning.” That’s how well they hold up. It’s a keeper for your meal prep or dessert arsenal.

7) Storing Leftover Peanut Butter Oreo Balls

Keep your leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for about five days, though they rarely last that long at my house.

If you want to keep them longer, stash them in the freezer. They’ll be good for up to a month. Just thaw in the fridge for an hour before serving again.

Pro tip: label them if you live with other people. These tend to disappear mysteriously. Trust me on this one.

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