I’m absolutely in love with these easy-to-make chocolate-covered Oreos. Do you love Oreos, too? They are my favorite cookie. Even though I enjoy home-baked cookies, nothing can beat the classic Oreo cookie. I stick the original Oreo with the regular filling, not the “stuffed” one. You could make these with the vanilla Oreos as well. I just bought the chocolate ones, because I love chocolate!
Easy-to-make chocolate-covered Oreos are the perfect treat! They’re so fun, and they’re beautiful.
Here’s a tidbit about my favorite cookie. I quote Wikipedia: “Oreo is an American sandwich cookie consisting of two wafers with a sweet crème filling. Introduced on March 6, 1912, Oreo is the best-selling cookie brand in the United States. As of 2018, the version sold in the U.S. is made by the Nabisco division of Mondelez International.” In case you missed this post, Valentine’s Day Sour Cream Sugar Cookie Recipe
Kitchen Items You Will Need
- 2 Microwaveable Bowls
- Cookie Sheet (a small one – it needs to go in the freezer)
- Parchment or Wax Paper
Chocolate-Covered Oreos Ingredients
- Oreos: A popular sandwich cookie consisting of two chocolate wafers with a sweet creme filling in between.
- Sucker or Lollipop Sticks: A confectionery stick, usually made of wood or plastic. One end of the stick is pushed into the Oreo cookie to hold it in place, and the other end is used to hold onto the stick while dipping into the melted chocolate.
- Pink Candy Melts: Pink candy coating made from vegetable oil, sugar, and other artificial ingredients. They are often used for baking and candy making, as they can be melted and molded into various shapes and sizes. They give desserts a sweet, creamy consistency and are often used to add color and flavor to cakes, cupcakes, and other confections.
- Red Candy Melts: A red-colored confectionery coating usually made from cocoa butter, sugar, milk solids, and food coloring. They can be melted and used for dipping or drizzling onto cakes, cookies, or other treats. They are also commonly used for decorating items such as cupcakes, cake pops, and other desserts.
- Sprinkles (color of choice): Little bits of chocolate-flavored candies, typically made with white chocolate that doesn’t melt. Sold in a variety of colors. It adds a fun flare to the sugar cookies without using food coloring that can’t be beaten!
Easy To Make Chocolate-Covered Oreos
Gather all of your ingredients.
Step One: Melt Pink Candy Melts – 30-Second Increments
Grab a microwave-safe bowl and place the colored (pink) candy melts in the container. You will need to melt the candy melts in 30-second increments, stirring as needed until you can see they are melted thoroughly.
Step Two: Melt Red Candy Melts – 30-Second Increments
Grab a microwave-safe bowl and place the colored (red) candy melts in the container. You will need to melt the candy melts in 30-second increments, stirring as needed until you can see they are melted thoroughly.
Step Three: Separate the Oreos – Place them on the Cookie Sheet
Separate the cookies and place them on a small cookie sheet on parchment paper.
Step Four: Place Stick in Middle of Each Cookie – Reassemble Cookie
Place a stick in the middle of each cookie, and “glue” the stick with a little bit of the candy melts to keep the sticks in place. Carefully place the top cookie back onto the bottom of the cookie with the stick in place.
Step Five: Dip Some Cookies in Melted Pink Candy Melts
Dip the cookies in the melted pink candy melts and let the excess chocolate drip back into the bowl. Let them set up in the freezer for at least ten minutes. Place the dipped Oreos on the cookie sheet and sprinkle with your favorite sprinkles.
Step Six: Dip Other Cookies in Melted Red Candy Melts
Dip the cookies in the melted red candy melts and let the excess chocolate drip back into the bowl. Let them set up in the freezer for at least ten minutes. Place the dipped Oreos on the cookie sheet and sprinkle with your favorite sprinkles.
Step Seven: Decorate Chocolate Covered Oreos – as Desired
Drizzle with white chocolate if desired. There are so many ways to “decorate” these!
Finished Product
These cookies will be kept for 2 weeks if stored in the refrigerator or freezer. Enjoy.
Chocolate Covered Oreos Recipe
Chocolate Covered Oreos
Ingredients
- 1 package Oreos
- 1 12- ounce Candy Melts (Pink)
- 1 12- ounce Candy Melts (Red)
- 1 package Sucker Sticks
- 1 cup Sprinkles (for decorating the cookies)
Instructions
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Gather all of your ingredients. Place the *pink* colored candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. You will need to melt the candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring as needed until you can see they are melted thoroughly.
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Next, place the *red* colored candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. You will need to melt the candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring as needed until you can see they are melted thoroughly.
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Separate the cookies and place them on parchment paper on a small cookie sheet.
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Place a stick in the middle of each cookie, "glue" the stick with a little bit of the candy melts to keep the sticks in place. Carefully place the top of the cookie back onto the bottom of the cookie with the stick in place.
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Dip the cookies in the melted candy melts, some in red and some in the pink. Let the excess chocolate drip back into the bowls.
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Place the dipped Oreos on the cookie sheet and sprinkle with your favorite sprinkles or decorative topping of choice.
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Let them set up in the freezer for at least ten minutes.
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These cookies will keep for 2 weeks if kept cold in the refrigerator or freezer. Enjoy!
How do I store these?
Here’s the deal: if your kitchen is warm, the chocolate may soften to the melting point. If possible, I would keep them in the refrigerator and place them on parchment paper in an airtight container.
Can I freeze them?
I would not recommend it because the chocolate may crack and “sweat” when it thaws.
Can I make these without the sticks?
Yes, you can, for sure. You can dip your fingers or a fork or a set of Dipping Tools like these.
What are some variations that can be made with these chocolate-covered Oreos?
I love these chocolate-covered Oreos! There are so many options!
Instead of the pink or red chocolate candy melts, you can use melted milk, white or dark chocolate bars, semi-sweet chocolate chips, or Ghirardelli melting wafers.
I love the ease of the candy melts, but it is fun to try other forms of chocolate and then top with your favorite decorative toppings. Which variation is your favorite?
Milk Chocolate Dipped Oreos
- Covered with Chopped nuts
- Sprinkled with Sea Salt
- Drizzled with Caramel
White Chocolate Dipped Oreos
- Drizzled with Peanut Butter
- Rolled in Crushed Peppermint Candies
- Coated with Coconut Flakes
Dark Chocolate Dipped Oreos
- Topped Mini Marshmallows and Graham Cracker Crumbs
- Double Dipped with White chocolate and Dark or Milk Chocolate
Final Word
I hope you make these chocolate-covered Oreos! Sometimes, we must step back and have fun with our kids and grandkids. These are the perfect desserts to serve or share for Valentine’s Day, Halloween, Christmas, or any occasion. Please let me know if you make these. I would love to hear from you!
Of course, we must keep prepping and teaching our families to cook from scratch and learn new skills. But who doesn’t love chocolate, right? May God Bless this world, Linda
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