Mega-Stuf Oreo cookies are enrobed in high-quality chocolate and then festively decorated with green and red toppings for a festive treat fit for any holiday get-together!
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Chocolate-covered Oreos are one of confectionary's most adaptable sweets. Walk into any chocolate shop and you will immediately find entire displays dedicated to them covered in luxurious chocolate drizzle and beautifully arranged in giftboxes.
Conversely, you can also find 30+ school children swarming the classmate who popped open a piece of Tupperware to reveal their bounty of these cookies. They really are adored by all!
So when you're looking for something this holiday season that will please any crowd, these cookies are a sure bet. They absolute explode with chocolate flavor while seamlessly integrating with the rest of your hectic holiday plans. These cookies are low-maintenance enough to either be made ahead of time or you can make preparing these cookies all part of the holiday fun with friends and family!
What are Chocolate-Covered Oreos?
As the name suggests, chocolate-covered Oreos are Oreo cookies that have been completely coated in either melted or tempered chocolate, then left to set at room temperature until ready to eat.
This version gets into the holiday spirit by adding a splash of festivities on top via red and green toppings like sprinkles and chocolate candies. Feel free to add whatever decorations you would like, or leave them off entirely -- its totally up to you.
How to Prepare
There are several ways to prepare these scrumptious confections. For my purposes, I hand-dip the cookies into a bowl of tempered chocolate and then leave them to set on a piece of parchment paper to set. If choosing to decorate, be sure to do so before the chocolate completely sets so the toppings adhere properly.
Another popular method uses cupcake molds to enrobe the Oreo cookies. Simply fill a cupcake mold cavity halfway with chocolate, place the Oreo on top, then fill the rest of the cavity with more chocolate.
Reasons to Make This Recipe Today
- Great for all ages -- whether you're making these for a school party, a get-together with friends, or for the holidays, these treats are built to please!
- Quick to make -- with just a few simple ingredients and minimal equipment, you can have one of the most addictive chocolate snacks in this world.
- Budget-friendly -- make an entire package of chocolate Oreos for under $10!
- Festive and fun to make -- if you're in the mood to mess around in the kitchen but don't want a big baking production, then these are the perfect in-between. Plus, you can enlist the help of your kids or friends for a an afternoon or evening full of laughs and picture-worthy moments.
Ingredients
Melted or Coverture Chocolate, any type -- most recipes call for melted chocolate, so feel free to use that if you wish. I always prefer the "snap" and firmer texture of tempered chocolate, with an added bonus of not having the cookie melt in your hand. And for some added color, you can either incorporate colored melting wafers (if already using melting wafers) or colored coco butter (if using real chocolate).
Oreo cookies -- use whichever kind and flavor you prefer! For my house, no Oreo under "Mega Stuf" level is allowed inside these walls. It's the only way Oreos should be!
Toppings -- top with sprinkles, M&Ms, chocolate drizzle, or any other decorations you would like to add.
Tips for Success
- Melt the chocolate in either the microwave or on the stovetop via a double boiler. If using the microwave, heat the chocolate at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is fully melted. If using a double boiler, ensure the bowl of chocolate doesn't touch the bottom of the second pan, and that NO water splashes into the chocolate.
- For the prettiest final product, don't use any broken Oreos -- save those for Oreo bark instead!
- Refrain from touching or handling the Oreos once dipped in chocolate. The more you touch them, the likelier it is to accidentally put fingerprints or streaks across the surface.
- Remember to add all decorations, if using, immediately after dipping the Oreos. The decorations will not properly adhere to the cookie once the chocolate has set firm.
Detailed Preparation Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate in a large bowl, either by melting it or tempering it (depending on which method you're using).
- Place one Oreo flat-side down on top of the chocolate and lightly press down to help submerge. Use a fork to flip the cookie over and coat the other side.
- Dip the fork under the cookie and remove from the chocolate, cleaning any excess drippings by scraping the bottom side of the fork against the edge of the bowl.
- Place each cookie on a prepared baking sheet. Repeat until all cookies are coated.
- Decorate each cookie, if desired, while the chocolate is still wet.
- Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before placing in the fridge to help them fully set.
Holiday Chocolate-Covered Oreos
Equipment
- 1 medium-sized heatproof bowl
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 sheet parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 pound chocolate
- 10 Mega-Stuf Oreo cookies
- sprinkles and M&Ms (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate using whatever method you prefer (melting vs. tempering).
- Place an Oreo flat-side down in the chocolate and gently press down to submerge. Maneuver a fork under the cookie and flip it to enrobe the other side.
- Remove the cookie from the chocolate and allow any excess to drip off.
- If using very fluid chocolate, scrape the bottom of the fork against the edge of the bowl before placing the cookie onto a prepared baking dish. Repeat the process with the remaining cookies.
- Immediately add the sprinkles and M&Ms while the chocolate is still wet. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before refrigerating until fully set.
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