1. Prepare Your Workspace

• Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. This ensures the Oreo balls don’t stick as you shape and coat them.

2. Crush the Oreos

• Using a food processor, pulse the Red Velvet Oreos into fine crumbs.
  • Alternative Method: If you don’t have a food processor, place the cookies in a zip-top plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin. Aim for a fine, sand-like texture.

3. Mix the Filling

• In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric hand mixer on high speed until it’s smooth and creamy.
• Add the crushed Oreos to the cream cheese and mix until the ingredients are thoroughly combined. The mixture should be thick, uniform, and easy to mold.

4. Shape the Oreo Balls

• Using a 1.5-inch cookie scoop, portion the mixture and roll each portion into a smooth ball between your palms.
• Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet.

5. Chill the Oreo Balls

• Refrigerate the Oreo balls for at least 2 hours. Chilling is crucial to ensure they’re firm enough to dip without falling apart.

6. Prepare the Candy Melts

• Reserve ½ cup of the green candy melts for drizzling; set it aside.
• Melt the remaining candy melts in a double boiler over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth.
  • Microwave Option: Melt the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring in between to prevent overheating.

7. Dip the Oreo Balls

• Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted candy. Let any excess coating drip off before placing it back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.

8. Add Decorative Details

• Drizzle the reserved melted candy over the coated Oreo balls using a spoon or piping bag for a decorative touch.
• Immediately place a red candy heart on top of each ball before the drizzle sets.

9. Set the Coating

• Refrigerate the finished Oreo balls until the candy coating is completely hardened. This typically takes about 15 minutes.