These Chocolate Covered Oreos are rich, chocolatey, and super straightforward to make! Top with sprinkles, crushed peppermint, or cookie crumbs for a fun touch.
author’s note
The Treat That Always Hits!
Every holiday season, a neighbor would drop off a bag of chocolate-covered Oreos as a gift, and I looked forward to them all month. They were a reliable treat as a little girl, so I can’t believe it’s taken me so many years to finally recreate them, especially since they’re so simple.
And while they are simple, I’ve found a few tips and tricks I’m sharing below so you can avoid the dipping mistakes I’ve made. It’s the best treat, and I can’t wait for you to try them!
Chocolate Covered Oreos Ingredients
| Ingredient | Swaps & tips |
|---|---|
| Oreos | Use original, Double Stuf, Golden, or seasonal flavors. Thins work too. |
| Chocolate melting wafers or baking bars | Melt smoother than chocolate chips and set up better. Milk, dark, or white all work. |
| Neutral or coconut oil | Add a tiny bit more only if the chocolate feels thick. |
| Decorations | Add toppings while the coating is still wet. |
Quick Tip
Gift chocolate-covered Oreos! Once hardened, place a few in a small gift bag or box with a festive ribbon. reliable for friends, teachers, coworkers, and neighbors.
the cook’s Tip
Make Em Pretty!
These chocolate covered Oreos look great on their own, but here are a few fun ways to dress them up.
- Salty-sweet: Maldon sea salt flakes.
- Toppings: Sprinkle on Oreo crumbs, graham cracker crumbs, coconut flakes, chopped nuts, or sprinkles.
- Holiday: Use colored candy melts or themed sprinkles. These are reliable for Christmas Oreo pops or Halloween Oreos.
- PB: Drizzle melted peanut butter chips over dark chocolate.
Chocolate Covered Oreos Tips
- Prep: Line a sheet pan with parchment. Chill the empty tray for a few minutes so the shell sets faster.
- Chocolate: Microwave in 15-second bursts. Stop when mostly melted, then stir to finish.
- Dip: Use a fork. Tap the fork on the bowl to shake off extra. Scrape the bottom off.
- Decorate: Add sprinkles right away while the coating is still wet.
- Set: Let set at room temp for best shine.
Storage
- Store chocolate covered Oreos in an airtight container at room temp for 2 to 3 weeks. Layer cookies with parchment or wax paper.
- Freezing is possible, but the chocolate can look cloudy after thawing.
More Oreo Treats:
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Mini Oreo Cheesecakes
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Chocolate Oreo Cookies
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Oreo Fudge
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Oreo Icebox Cake
