One of my favorite no-bake treats at the holidays are these chocolate covered Oreos. They are easy to make with classic Oreo sandwich cookies dipped in chocolate!
Easy Chocolate Covered Oreos
Oreos dipped in chocolate is simple enough, yet I think you will agree with me that chocolate-covered Oreos are one of the best no bake treats you can make with your kids and you only need 2 ingredients (3 if you include sprinkles)!
A hardened melted chocolate coating over a crunchy chocolate Oreo cookie with a cream filling is a mouthful of yum! It’s one of the best holiday desserts to add to a hot chocolate charcuterie board or Christmas dessert board.
For more easy Oreo treats, make Oreo balls, Oreo brownies or Oreo dirt cake!
Ingredient Notes
These easy Oreo treats only need two ingredients and then any optional garnishes to decorate the cookies!
Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.
- Chocolate: I prefer candy melting wafers for a smoother finish although chocolate candy will taste more decadent.
- Oreo cookies: Pick your favorite type of Oreo flavor then use them to dip. I use original or double stuffed when making my chocolate-covered Oreos.
- Optional: White chocolate to drizzle over top of the covered Oreos. Use food coloring to change the color depending on the holiday or event. Sprinkles are also great!
Type of Chocolate for Dipping Oreos
- I use chocolate candy melting wafers, like Ghirardelli melting wafers because they’re super easy to use, create a smooth and shiny finish and there is no need to temper the chocolate.
- Wilton candy melts can also be used. I love to use red or green candy melts at the holidays!
- If you want to go for the more high-quality chocolate bar like Ghirardelli, go for it, the taste will be incredible! If using chocolate chips, add a teaspoon of shortening for a smoother melt.
- Use milk, dark, or semi-sweet chocolate, depending on preference. You may even want to do a few of each.
- White chocolate covered Oreos are also an option!
How to Make Chocolate Covered Oreos
- Learn how to melt the chocolate in a few different ways. I use the microwave but you do what works for you.
- Dip each Oreo into the chocolate to coat it completely. Let excess drip off.
- Set dipped Oreo on a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow it to set and harden.
- Drizzle with extra chocolate, whether the same kind or different, as a decoration. Allow chocolate covered Oreos to set.
Recipe Variations
- Make these with different flavored Oreos, like Golden Oreos or even flavor you like!
- Turn a chocolate-dipped cookie into a cookie pop! Place a lollipop into the creamy center before dipping and once set, wrap in cellophane. They would be perfect for gifting!
- Top with festive-colored sprinkles, gold flakes, or crushed peppermint candies.
- Drizzle with extra chocolate using a piping bag. You can even pipe on fun designs as I did with these Christmas Oreos.
Helpful Tips
- Melt chocolate until there are no more lumps. You want a smooth consistency.
- Work quickly and dip the cookies before the chocolate starts to harden.
- Using a fork to place in and lift out the cookie helps with even coating and no finger smudges.
- Allow excess chocolate to fall off the cookie, so there is no chocolate ‘foot’.
- For clean outer lines, once the cookie is set on the parchment paper, use a toothpick and draw a circle around the rim of the cookie to get rid of any extra chocolate.
- No need to keep these in the fridge! Although the temptation of having them on the counter has been known to be hard to resist ;) Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 weeks!
Are you looking for more easy desserts to make!? Try these cake mix cookies, chocolate peanut butter balls, or these delicious Rolo pretzel turtles.
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Chocolate Covered Oreos
Ingredients
- 12 ounces milk chocolate candy melting wafers
- 24 Oreo cookies
Optional Decorations
- White chocolate candy melting wafers
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prep. Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment.
- Melt chocolate. In a medium, microwave-safe bowl, add the chocolate candy melting wafers. Heat 1 minute at 50% power and stir. Continue to heat at 30-second intervals at 50% power until melted, stirring well in between. Make sure there are no lumps in the chocolate and that it is smooth and easy to stir. You may also use a double broiler if preferred.
- Place the Oreos on a fork and dip them into the melted chocolate. Turn to coat completely in chocolate. When the entire cookie is covered with chocolate, lift it out using the fork. Tap the fork on the side of the bowl several times to let the excess chocolate drip off.
- Let chocolate set. Slide the Oreo onto the baking sheet with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining Oreos. If there is excess chocolate, draw a circle around the base of the cookie with a toothpick to get a clean circle. Repeat with remaining Oreos.
Optional Decorations
- Option 1: Sprinkle the top with sprinkles and let cool.
- Option 2: Once the chocolate has set on the cookies, pipe the top with melted chocolate (follow step 1 and then place melted chocolate in a zip-top bag before snipping the tip of the corner). Let set.
Notes
- Use white, milk, or dark chocolate depending on flavor preference.
- Make with different flavors of Oreos.
- Decorate with colored sprinkles.
- Top with chopped nuts.
- Add crushed candy canes.
- Sprinkle the top with crushed Oreo crumbs.
- Place on a lollypop stick before dipping and then wrap in cellophane.
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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Categorized as: 5 Ingredients Or Less, American, Chocolate, Chocolate Cookies, Christmas, Cookies, Desserts, Freezer-Friendly, Holiday Cookies, Kid-Friendly, No-Bake, Nut-Free, Valentine's Day, Vegetarian
Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook and shares easy family-friendly recipes and desserts for every occasion.
I want to make some Christmas cookies for my 3yr old Grandson at our family get together but he has peanut and egg allergies. Hard to find recipes that don’t have both in them. These will be perfect! He can have Oreos so this will be what I make! ❤️
So simple and delicious! ❤️
This is really a great treat idea!! My enjoyed making and eating these!!
This is seriously so easy to make and always a hit because who doesn’t love Oreos?!?
Yes, exactly!! :)
These did not last long at our house! They are SO delicious!