Begin by placing the Golden Oreos into a food processor. Pulse them until they form fine crumbs, resembling sand, taking about 30 seconds. Once crushed, set the crumbs aside in a bowl.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and room temperature butter. Using a hand mixer, whip these together on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.

Gradually add in the powdered sugar to the cream cheese and butter mixture, mixing just until combined—about 1 minute. Next, pour in the vanilla extract and the processed Oreo crumbs. Blend until fully incorporated.

Prepare a small bowl by lining it with plastic wrap, allowing some to hang over the edges. Spoon the cream cheese mixture into the bowl, pressing down gently to create an even shape. Cover the bowl with wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Once chilled, carefully remove the cheese ball from the bowl by lifting the plastic wrap. Place it onto a wax paper-lined surface. Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, create markings on the cheese ball for your decorative sugars.

To create a festive star shape on top, reposition the cookie cutter over the center. Fill the star cutout with red sparkling sugar and gently lift the cutter away.

This delicious cheese ball is ready to serve! Place it on a festive platter alongside your favorite dippers.