Turkey Oreo Balls

When it comes to Thanksgiving desserts, pies get all the love. People mull over how many to make and debate the merits of pumpkin versus pecan or apple. Thanksgiving pies are delicious and non-negotiable for some, but if you find yourself wanting something different, these turkey-themed mini desserts are the answer.

Behind the cute, edible faces is a decadent mix of crushed Oreos and cream cheese dipped in a semisweet chocolate shell. The filling has a gentle hint of cinnamon, which you can leave out, but the subtle warmth helps break through the hefty chocolate-on-chocolate flavor. Matching the straightforward ingredients of the Oreo balls is the ease of transforming them into turkeys. The decorating doesn’t require piping or tweezer use, just a few supermarket-friendly items that bond with the setting chocolate coating. Each turkey will be a little different from the next, adding to the fun of making them.

Some Oreo cookie ball recipes recommend freezing before dipping in melted chocolate, but in this case, stick with the refrigerator, or the chocolate shell will harden before you have time to add the decorations. If you feel these are too much to tackle on a holiday, make them several days ahead and, after they set, stash them in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Did you try making these? Let us know how it went in the comments!