Make Peppermint Chocolate Covered Oreos this holiday season! They're not only simple to make but will impress everyone at parties. They're perfect for anyone short on time but who wants to bring a festive treat!
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Peppermint Cookies
I can't get enough peppermint flavor around the holidays. Whenever I go to the mall this time of year, I visit Williams Sonoma and admire the fancy peppermint bark cookies.
They're so festive and delicious, but let's be honest—they're not exactly budget-friendly. That's how these peppermint chocolate-covered Oreos came to life!
I recreated those sweet treats at home, and I think they taste better than the store-bought ones! I love sharing them at a cookie exchange and having them for a late-night snack!
Why Make This Holiday Treat
- Super Simple: There is no need to bake or mess around with complicated steps—just dip, sprinkle, and enjoy!
- Budget-Friendly: You can make a whole batch of these holiday treats for less than buying the store-bought version.
- Perfect for Sharing: Pack them up in a cute tin or bag, and they make a thoughtful (and tasty) homemade holiday gift.
- Festive and Fun: Chocolate and peppermint make these cookies perfect for Christmas!
Main Ingredients
Make a batch of white chocolate peppermint Oreos with just three simple ingredients.
- Oreo Cookies: I like to use the Thins for these sweet treats. You can also use regular or Christmas Oreos.
- White Chocolate Candy Melts: Start with good quality chocolate. I like the Ghirardelli chocolate wafers because they melt well and dry smooth.
- Peppermint Crunch Bits: I like to buy crushed peppermint bits because they save me a little time. Crushed candy canes or peppermint candies can also be used.
BruCrew Tip: Make a batch of Oreo peppermint bark using the leftover ingredients.
How To Make Peppermint Chocolate Covered Oreos
Making chocolate-covered Oreos with peppermint is so much fun, and they're a great way to bring a little holiday magic to your kitchen.
- Heat the white chocolate melts in a microwave-safe bowl for 30 seconds. Stir and heat for another 15-20 seconds.
- Drop one cookie at a time into the melted chocolate. Use a spoon to cover the top of the cookie with chocolate.
- Lift the cookie out of the melted white chocolate with a fork. Gently tap the handle on the side of the bowl to remove the extra chocolate. Once it has dripped off, place the cookie on a parchment-lined cookie sheet and top with peppermint bits.
- Repeat with the remaining cookies. Put the bowl in the microwave if the chocolate thickens while dipping cookies. Heat it for 10-15 seconds, then stir it again.
Ways To Use Them
- Gift Them: Wrap them up in a festive bag or tin for the perfect holiday gift. This snowman candy jar filled with cookies would also be a cute gift.
- Festive Desserts: Use them to decorate cakes or as a topping for peppermint stick ice cream.
- Holiday Cookie Trays: Add holiday cookies to Christmas charcuterie boards. See more of the best store bought cookies for easy decorating.
- Snack Time: They're amazing straight out of the container with a peppermint mocha or hot chocolate.
Storage Recommendations
Store the peppermint Oreos in an airtight container at room temperature for a week or in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Tips and Tricks
- Use Good Quality Chocolate. Better chocolate equals better cookies. Choose white chocolate bars or melts that are made for dipping.
- Melt it slowly. Heat the chocolate in small increments so the coating doesn't scorch and burn. It's never a good day when you have to throw out an entire bowl of chocolate.
- Work Fast. Sprinkle your candy while the chocolate is still wet so it sticks.
- Double Dip: Want extra chocolate flavor? Dip the cookies in dark chocolate, let them set, and then dip them again in white chocolate.
FAQs
Not at all! Dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or even a mix of both works. White chocolate gives them that classic peppermint bark look.
Definitely! These cookies store well and are perfect for making 1-2 days before your holiday get-together.
You can freeze chocolate-covered Oreos, but avoid freezing peppermint-topped cookies, as condensation can make the topping gooey. Freeze the Oreos in advance, then drizzle additional chocolate and add peppermint bits after thawing.
More Easy Peppermint Desserts
- Peppermint Whipped Cream
- Peppermint Brownie Truffles
- Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn
- Peppermint Cookies and Cream Fudge
- Homemade Peppermint Patties
- Peppermint Punch
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Recipe
Peppermint Chocolate Covered Oreos
Make Peppermint Chocolate Covered Oreos this holiday season! They're not only simple to make but will impress everyone at parties. They're perfect for anyone short on time but who wants to bring a festive treat!
Ingredients
- 15 Oreo Thins
- 1 - 10 ounce package white chocolate melting wafers
- ¼ cup peppermint bits
Instructions
- Melt 1 cup white chocolate wafers according to the package directions.
- Drop one Oreo Thin into the chocolate at a time, using a spoon to cover the top of the cookie with chocolate.
- Use a fork to lift the cookie out of the chocolate. Tap the fork on the edge of the bowl gently to remove the excess chocolate.
- Place the cookie on a sheet of parchment paper. Top with peppermint bits.
- Repeat with the remaining cookies and chocolate. Store in a sealed container.
Notes
- Use Good Quality Chocolate. Better chocolate equals better cookies. Choose white chocolate bars or melts that are made for dipping.
- Melt it slowly. Heat the chocolate in small increments so the coating doesn't scorch and burn. It's never a good day when you have to throw out an entire bowl of chocolate.
- Work Fast. Sprinkle your candy while the chocolate is still wet so it sticks.
- Double Dip: Want extra chocolate flavor? Dip the cookies in dark chocolate, let them set, and then dip them again in white chocolate.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 15 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 145Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 53mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 0gSugar: 15gProtein: 2g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
This post was first published in December 2018. It was updated and then republished in December 2024.
Nancy M.
Made these for a Christmas Eve party. Easy to make and everyone loved them. Thank you for the recipe.
Jocelyn
That's awesome to hear! Thank you for letting me know you made them!!!
Jennifer
I love how easy these peppermint bark oreo are to make! I'm always looking for things to make for a quick gift that doesn't take much time.
Sabrina
These are so yummy! My kids loved them so much that they keeping asking for me to make more. I think I'm going to make them for their school holiday party too.
Lauren
I am going out to buy all of the ingredients to make these with my kids this weekend!
Anna
These are so pretty and delicious! I could eat a dozen!
Stef
Thanks for one more easy last minute dessert to add to my list. I too am swamped this season and it's great to have a quick no bake option. Love this!