Name: Halloween Chocolate Covered Oreos
Prep time: 15 min
Ingredients: 12 Oreo cookies; ¼ cup Purple candy melts; ¼ cup Green candy melts; ¼ cup Orange candy melts; Halloween sprinkles (e.g., bats, pumpkins, ghosts, and other spooky shapes)

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Halloween is the perfect excuse to go all out with fun, festive treats, and these chocolate-covered Oreos are as simple as they are spooky. With just a handful of ingredients, you can turn a classic cookie into a colorful dessert that’s always a hit.

Halloween Chocolate Covered Oreos on black plate, overhead shot.

Every Halloween, I love making easy themed treats that don’t require baking. These cookies make a fun addition to any Halloween dessert table and rarely stick around for long. If you like festive snacks like these, check out my recipes for Halloween Candy Bark, Mini Candy Corn Cheesecakes, Easy Halloween Rolo Pretzels, and Oreo Spider Cookies.

Halloween Chocolate Covered Oreos on black plate.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Super easy to make – no baking required.
Uses only 5 ingredients, with lots of room to customize.
Perfect for Halloween parties, lunchboxes, or just a fun kitchen activity.
Great for kids to help decorate with sprinkles.
You can prep these ahead and store them for later.

Ingredients

Oreo Cookies: These are the base of the treat. Their crunchy texture and creamy center hold up well under the candy coating and provide a deliciously familiar bite.
Purple Candy Melts: These melts give the Oreos a rich purple coating. They melt smoothly, harden evenly, and bring a spooky pop of color to your Halloween treat.
Green Candy Melts: These add another vibrant shade to your cookie coating. Green is great for Frankenstein or slime-inspired treats.
Orange Candy Melts: A classic Halloween color, orange candy melts make these treats instantly festive. It pairs perfectly with the holiday’s pumpkin theme.
Halloween Sprinkles: Think bats, pumpkins, ghosts, and spooky shapes. These are your finishing touch – adding crunch, color, and Halloween style.

Substitutions and Additions

Double Stuf Oreos: Want extra cream in every bite? Swap standard Oreos for Double Stuf to make them feel more indulgent.
White Chocolate Chips + Food Coloring: If you can’t find candy melts, white chocolate chips with oil-based gel coloring work in a pinch. Just don’t use water-based dyes – they’ll seize the chocolate.
Sprinkle Alternatives: No spooky sprinkles? Try crushed candy corn, mini M&Ms, or edible glitter sprinkled for a festive twist.
Lollipop Sticks: Turn these into Oreo pops by adding sticks before dipping.

Step by Step Instructions

Preparation

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a silicone mat to prevent sticking. Separate your Halloween sprinkles into small bowls so they’re ready to use. Set out your Oreos and have your candy melts prepped.

Halloween Chocolate Covered Oreos in process, candy melts.

Melt the Candy

Place each color of candy melts in its own microwave-safe bowl. Microwave one bowl at a time in 30-second intervals, stirring after each until smooth. Avoid overheating – stirring helps the candy melt evenly.

Halloween Chocolate Covered Oreos in process, covered in candy melts on baking rack.

Dip the Oreos

Use a fork or dipping tool to lower one Oreo into the melted candy. Flip gently to coat, then lift and tap the fork on the edge of the bowl to remove excess. Place the coated cookie on the prepared baking sheet (or rack over parchment as shown above).

Repeat with 4 Oreos per color (purple, green, and orange), or mix it up however you like!

Halloween Chocolate Covered Oreos in process, covered in candy melts and toppings on baking rack.

Decorate

While the coating is still wet, sprinkle the Halloween decorations over the top. Don’t hold back – this is where the fun happens (and a great way to get kids involved)! Make each cookie a little different with your sprinkle combinations.

Set the Candy

Let the cookies sit at room temperature for 30 – 60 minutes, or pop the tray into the fridge for about 15 minutes if you’re in a hurry. They’re ready once the coating feels firm and no longer sticky.

Halloween Chocolate Covered Oreos with cookie cut in half.

Serve

Arrange your finished Oreos on a festive Halloween plate or tray. You can also pack them into treat bags for party favors or gifts.

Tips and Notes

Use Shallow Bowls for Dipping: A wider, shallow bowl makes it easier to coat the Oreos evenly without using too much candy.
Don’t Overheat the Candy Melts: Stir frequently and heat in intervals to avoid burning or clumping.
Let Kids Help with Sprinkles: This is the perfect part for little hands. Set up a sprinkle station and let their creativity go wild.
Add Texture: Mix in crushed pretzels or candy eyes before the coating sets for extra fun.

Serving Suggestions

Add to a Dessert Tray: Include these Oreos alongside popcorn balls, chocolate-dipped pretzels, and pumpkin spice cookies for a festive spread.
Pair with a Fun Drink: Serve with orange soda or fruit punch to make a bright and playful kid-friendly treat station.
Wrap as Party Favors: Package the Oreos in cellophane bags tied with Halloween ribbon to give as easy, homemade party favors.

Storage and Reheating Instructions

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
If your kitchen is warm, keep them in the fridge to prevent melting.
Do not freeze – Oreos can get soggy and lose their crunch after thawing.
No need to reheat – these are best served cool or at room temp.