Description
Create festive Oreo Cookie Christmas Ornaments that are perfect for holiday celebrations! These adorable treats combine rich Oreo cookies with creamy mini peanut butter cups, all dipped in colorful candy melts and decorated with sprinkles and candy for a delightful seasonal dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies and Filling
- 12 Oreo cookies
- 12 mini peanut butter cups
Coating and Decoration
- 10 oz candy melts (color of your choice)
- Sprinkles and assorted candy for decorating
Instructions
- Prepare the Oreos: Carefully twist apart each Oreo cookie to separate the two halves. Remove the cream filling from one side of each Oreo, setting aside the plain cookie halves.
- Attach the Peanut Butter Cups: Place one mini peanut butter cup on the side of the Oreo half without cream. This will serve as the ‘ornament’ center.
- Reassemble Cookies: Place the other Oreo half (with cream filling) back on top of the peanut butter cup, pressing gently to make a sandwich again.
- Melt Candy Coating: Melt the candy melts according to package instructions, typically in a microwave-safe bowl heating in 30-second intervals stirring between until smooth.
- Dip Oreos: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each reassembled Oreo sandwich into the melted candy to coat fully or partially depending on your decoration style.
- Add Decorations: Before the candy coating sets, sprinkle each dipped Oreo with festive sprinkles and candies to create a Christmas ornament look.
- Drying: Place the decorated Oreos on wax paper or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let the coating harden completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator for faster setting.
- Serving and Storage: Once hardened, your Oreo Cookie Christmas Ornaments are ready to enjoy or package as festive treats.
Notes
- You can use different colored candy melts to match your holiday theme.
- Adding a small loop of string or edible decorative topper can enhance the ornament look.
- Store finished ornaments in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- If allergic to peanuts, substitute peanut butter cups with mini chocolate candies or other preferred fillings.
Keywords: Oreo cookies, Christmas ornaments, holiday desserts, candy melts, peanut butter cups, festive treats