These pumpkin-shaped Oreo balls are the perfect no-bake dessert for fall! Made with just 5 simple ingredients, these adorable little truffles are dipped in orange chocolate, topped with a pretzel stem and green leaf decoration, and shaped to look like mini pumpkins. They’re a fun and festive treat for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any autumn celebration!
If you love Oreo truffles, this fall twist is a must-try. We make Oreo balls for just about every holiday, and they’re always a hit with both kids and adults. These pumpkin Oreo balls are easy to make, require no baking, and are a great activity to do with little helpers in the kitchen.
Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Oreo Balls
- 🎃 Festive & Fun – Perfect for fall parties, Halloween treats, or a cute addition to your Thanksgiving dessert table.
- 🧒 Kid-Friendly – Let the kids help shape the pumpkins and decorate with pretzel “stems” and candy “leaves.”
- ⏱️ Quick & Easy – No oven needed and only 5 ingredients!
- 🍬 Customizable – Swap in different Oreo flavors or decorations for seasonal fun.
5 Ingredients You’ll Need
- OREO Cookies – Use regular or gluten-free Oreos (not Double Stuf).
- Cream Cheese – Softened to room temperature to easily mix with the cookie crumbs.
- Orange Candy Melts – For that bright pumpkin color.
- Pretzel Sticks – Broken into small pieces to make the pumpkin stems.
- Green Leaf Candy or M&M – Use icing decorations, green M&Ms, or a dot of green icing for the leaves.
💡 Optional: Try using Pumpkin Spice Oreos for an extra seasonal flavor boost!
How to Make Pumpkin Shaped Oreo Balls
Step 1: Crush the Cookies
Add Oreos to a food processor and pulse until they become fine crumbs.
Step 2: Mix with Cream Cheese
Combine the cookie crumbs with softened cream cheese until a smooth dough forms.
Step 3: Roll into Balls
Use a small cookie scoop to portion dough into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill for 15 minutes.
Step 4: Shape Like Pumpkins
Use a toothpick to gently press vertical lines around each ball, mimicking a pumpkin’s shape. Chill again for 10 more minutes.
Step 5: Dip and Decorate
Melt orange candy wafers according to the package directions. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, then gently shake off excess. Place back on the lined sheet.
Before the chocolate sets, immediately insert a small piece of pretzel stick into the top and add a green leaf candy or M&M.
Step 6: Chill Until Set
Refrigerate until firm. Keep chilled until ready to serve.
Tips & Variations
- Make Them Pumpkin Spice – Use Pumpkin Spice Oreos for a delicious seasonal upgrade.
- No Food Processor? – Place Oreos in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- Leaf Substitutes – If you can’t find icing leaves, use green M&Ms, sprinkles, or pipe on green frosting.
- Don’t Skip the Chill Time – Cold dough makes shaping and dipping easier.
Storage Instructions
Do Oreo balls need to be refrigerated?
Yes! Because of the cream cheese, these truffles should be stored in the refrigerator. Keep them chilled until ready to serve. They’re best eaten within 3–5 days and shouldn’t sit out for more than 1 hour at room temperature.
More No-Bake Oreo Treats
Pumpkin Oreo Balls Recipe
Author: Crystal
Course: Dessert | Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 truffles
Ingredients
- 36 Oreo cookies
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 12 oz orange candy melts
- Pretzel sticks, broken into pieces
- Green candy leaves, M&Ms, or icing for garnish
Instructions
- Pulse Oreos in a food processor until finely crumbled.
- Mix in softened cream cheese until fully blended.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill for 15 minutes.
- Use a toothpick to create pumpkin-like grooves around the truffles. Chill another 10 minutes.
- Melt orange candy wafers as directed on the package.
- Dip each truffle into melted chocolate, then place back on the sheet. Add pretzel stick and green leaf before chocolate sets.
- Chill until firm. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
These pumpkin Oreo balls are the cutest no-bake dessert for fall! Whether you’re serving them at a Halloween party or placing them on your Thanksgiving dessert table, they’re sure to be a festive hit.
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