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    Home » Dessert » Chocolate Desserts

    Chocolate Dipped Oreos Recipe

    Published: Nov 29, 2022 · Modified: Nov 29, 2022 by Jessica Fisher

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    Chocolate sandwich cookies dipped in melted chocolate and sprinkled in extra deliciousness? Yes, please! Chocolate Dipped Oreos are a fun, festive treat for any holiday or special event. You can customize the toppings to suit your special occasion, event colors, or a particular hobby or interest.

    Serve these fun chocolate dipped Oreo cookies as part of a Dessert Charcuterie Board or include them in your trays of Christmas cookies or Desserts for Easter.

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    Want to get festive without baking? Make Chocolate Dipped Oreos!

    These cookies are super easy to make and are such a sweet treat to add to your next holiday or special occasion. They’re so easy, your kids can make these cookies all by themselves! They package up great to give as gifts.

    Why Make This

    It’s easy. With just four ingredients and a heat source to melt your chocolate candy, this is one of the easiest no-bake recipes ever. You can quickly and easily whip up a batch of Chocolate Dipped Oreos.

    It’s fun. So versatile, you can swap out your chocolate melting wafers or candy coating for other colors or flavors as well as change the sprinkles to suit the occasion.

    Make Oreos even better! If you’re a fan of those chocolate sandwich cookies, then you’ll love them dipped in chocolate.

    Ingredients

    Here’s what you’ll need to make your own chocolate dipped Oreos:

    ingredients for making chocolate dipped oreos laid out on a table.

    chocolate chips – I use dark chocolate, but you can use candy melts or other flavored baking chips.

    coconut oil or vegetable shortening – These two fats harden at room temperature which helps the chocolate set.

    chocolate sandwich cookies, such as Oreos – Oreos are classic, but you can swap in another sandwich cookie if you prefer. Some folks even make their own sandwich “cookies” with Ritz crackers and a filling like nutella, peanut butter, or frosting. If you won’t use a full package Oreo cookies, you can use the leftovers to make Oreo Cookie Crumbs for other recipes.

    sprinkles – Use whatever sprinkles or colored sugars you have. This is where you can really have fun, feel free to make these chocolate dipped oreos suit your occasion. See some options below.

    Variations

    new year's themed chocolate dipped oreos in a blue dish.
    valentine chocolate dipped oreos on a white plate with a pink napkin and a teacup.
    assortment of easter oreos on plate with white and gold chocolate dipped oreos as well.
    halloween oreos with halloween candy and orange pumpkins.

    Since you get to choose the color of sprinkles, you can customize these chocolate dipped oreos (or anything else you dip in chocolate) to match any occasion. You can also swap in white chocolate or colored candy melts to really embrace your theme. Consider these options:

    • New Year’s – silver and white or go for the confetti look.
    • Valentine’s – red, pink, and white; don’t forget the hearts!
    • Mardi Gras – purple, yellow, and green
    • St. Patrick’s Day – green and orange; shamrock sprinkles would be cute.
    • Easter – pastels and Easter sprinkles – super cute with Easter Pretzels and Easter Oreos.
    • Memorial, Independence, and Labor Days – red, white, and blue
    • Halloween – orange or specific Halloween sprinkles
    • Thanksgiving – orange, red, yellow
    • Christmas – red and green, super cute next to Christmas Fudge, Chocolate Dipped Oreos are delicious served alongside a glass of Milk Nog.
    • Other types of celebrations  – You can also serve these for sporting events and bridal or baby showers. Just match the sprinkles to the team colors or party colors.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Making Chocolate Dipped Oreos is a pretty simple process. Here’s how to do it:

    chocolate chips in plastic container.
    stirring melted chocolate with green plastic spoon.
    stirring in coconut oil into melted chocolate.
    melted chocolate coating for dipping.
    • In a microwave-safe plastic container (glass can get too hot!), melt chocolate in the microwave. You can also heat the chocolate in a crock pot or instant pot set on saute.
    • Stir in the coconut oil and stir to blend.
    • Using a toothpick inserted in each cookie, dip the cookies in the chocolate, letting any excess chocolate drop back int and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. 
    • Sprinkle with colored sugar or candy sprinkles.
    • Once the chocolate sets, store the cookies in an airtight container.
    holding an oreo on a toothpick over the melted chocolate.
    holding an oreo dipped in chocolate over the container of chocolate.
    a chocolate dipped oreo on parchment paper next to plate of sprinkles.
    adding sprinkles to the chocolate dipped oreo on the parchment.

    TLDR? Watch this Easy Chocolate Dipped Oreos web story.

    FAQs

    What is the best chocolate to use for chocolate covered Oreos?

    You can use candy melts if you like, but I prefer real chocolate, particularly dark chocolate. Any chocolate chips will work, however, provided that you don’t overheat the chocolate and that you add some coconut oil or shortening to help it firm up once dipped.

    Should I refrigerate chocolate dipped Oreos?

    Provided that the chocolate doesn’t overheat and untemper, the chocolate dipped Oreos can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature. If, for some reason, the chocolate doesn’t set at room temperature, chill them to set the chocolate and store them in the fridge. If it’s particularly hot, it’s good to refrigerate them as well.

    How long will Oreos dipped in chocolate last?

    Consume within a week or store in the freezer to extend the shelf life. If frozen, the chocolate coating may develop a bloom or white marks that occur when the fat particles in the chocolate separate. It will still be safe to eat, just not as cute.

    Can I use this chocolate for dipping other things?

    The melted chocolate coating is great for dipping pretzels, marshmallows, and even potato chips.

    chocolate dipped oreos with colored sprinkles on a white plate.

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    Chocolate Dipped Oreos Recipe

    Chocolate sandwich cookies dipped in chocolate and sprinkled in extra deliciousness? Yes, please! Chocolate-Dipped Oreos are a fun, festive treat for any holiday or special event.
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Resting Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 36
    Calories: 103kcal
    Author: Jessica Fisher

    Equipment

    • microwave safe, plastic dish
    • toothpicks
    • parchment paper
    • heavy duty sheet pan

    Ingredients

    • 1 10-ounce package dark chocolate chips
    • 1 tablespoon coconut oil can also use vegetable shortening
    • 14.3 oz chocolate sandwich cookies such as Oreos (36 cookies)
    • 2 tablespoon colored sprinkles
    US Customary – Metric

    Instructions

    • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • In a medium mixing bowl, preferably microwave-safe plastic, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the coconut oil until both are well combined.
      1 10-ounce package dark chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon coconut oil
    • Slip a toothpick into the center of the filling of one Oreo cookie. Holding the cookie by the toothpick, dip the cookie into the melted chocolate. Allow any excess to drip off and place the dipped cookie onto the prepared sheet. Sprinkle with the colored sprinkles.
      14.3 oz chocolate sandwich cookies, 2 tablespoon colored sprinkles
    • Allow the dipped treats to sit until the chocolate is completely set. Then remove from the sheet and store in an airtight container, layered between waxed paper.

    Notes

    Store cookies in an airtight container and consume within 1 week. Nutritional values are approximate and based on 1 cookie.
    Variations: Since you get to choose the color of sprinkles, you can customize these chocolate dipped oreos (or anything else you dip in chocolate) to match any occasion. You can also swap in white chocolate or colored candy melts to really embrace your theme. Consider these options:
    • New Year’s – silver and white or go for the confetti look.
    • Valentine’s – red, pink, and white; don’t forget the hearts!
    • Mardi Gras – purple, yellow, and green
    • St. Patrick’s Day – green and orange; shamrock sprinkles would be cute.
    • Easter – pastels and Easter sprinkles – Be sure to make our Easter Oreos.
    • Memorial, Independence, and Labor Days – red, white, and blue
    • Halloween – orange or specific Halloween sprinkles
    • Thanksgiving – orange, red, yellow
    • Christmas – red and green
    • Other types of celebrations  – You can also serve these for sporting events and

    Nutrition

    Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 61mg | Potassium: 79mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Tell us what you think! Your reviews help us develop better recipes and give newcomers the confidence to try your favorites. Scroll down to leave a starred comment.

    This post was originally published on November 29, 2011. It has been updated for content and clarity.

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    Comments

    1. Myrtle

      April 09, 2020 at 7:54 pm

      oh, See’s candy. My uncle used to work there (he’s 91 now) and when he would come and visit us up in Canada he would bring a giant box of rejected chocolates (not fully covered, misshaped, that kind of thing). No idea what you would get, but all so good.
      We’re going to try these cookies tomorrow. Oreos and chocolate, my kind of dessert!

      Reply
      • Jessica Fisher

        April 10, 2020 at 11:17 am

        I love those stories. My mom always send some back to her family in Minnesota before See’s expanded. I’ve had Whitman and Russell Stover, but I don’t think they can compete with Sees. Hope you enjoy the cookies!

        Reply
      • Christine

        April 11, 2020 at 8:20 pm

        I might melt the Christmas fudge in my freezer and dip some Oreos for Easter tomorrow.

        Reply
        • Jessica Fisher

          June 02, 2020 at 1:01 pm

          Let me know if that works for you!

    2. Mari

      December 13, 2011 at 7:50 pm

      I know it’s not part of the Kraft recipe, but if you want to make your dipped Oreos rock even more, first dip the Oreos in mint chocolate (white chips tinted green with a little bit of your favorite mint flavoring – spearmint, peppermint, etc. – added), wait a few hours or a day for the first coat to harden, and then dip in the chocolate as described in your recipe. AWESOME!

      Reply
      • Jessica

        December 13, 2011 at 8:44 pm

        It wasn’t Kraft’s, just a recipe that I put together. Your way sounds very nice!

        Reply
    3. Julie

      November 30, 2011 at 2:19 am

      My favorite thing to dip in chocolate? My finger…lol

      Reply
    4. Liz @ Wonder Woman I'm Not

      November 29, 2011 at 12:42 pm

      Strawberries are my favorite thing to dip in chocolate. Green Bay Packers Rock!

      Reply
    5. Diana

      November 29, 2011 at 10:01 am

      Thanks for sharing the link to the Kraft facebook page. I played the trivia game and they donated 81 meals to our local foodbank. 🙂

      Reply
    6. Sandi

      November 29, 2011 at 8:19 am

      Aren’t you cute, thinking those would actually make it out of the kitchen and to some event… yeah, right!

      Besides the cookies, pretzels, marshmallows, fruit, potato chips, I think I’ve seen chocolate popcorn but I’ve never made that one myself. I’ve learned that I tend to prefer the items only half-dipped rather then fully coated. You get a better chance to taste the flavor of both items, plus it is usually less messy to eat.

      Reply
      • Jessica

        November 29, 2011 at 8:24 am

        @Sandi, wishful thinking? 😉

        Reply

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