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Chocolate Covered Mint Oreos on a plate for a delightful treat

Chocolate Covered Mint Oreos

These easy-to-make chocolate-dipped mint Oreos are a delightful treat, perfect for parties and gifting, combining a crisp cookie with a smooth chocolate shell.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 24 cookies Mint flavored Oreos Using mint Oreos ensures balanced flavor; avoid substitutes for best results.
  • 16 ounces Semisweet chocolate disks Choose good quality chocolate for a glossy finish.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Peppermint extract Enhances the mint flavor; omit if cookies are sufficiently minty.
  • 2 tablespoons Green sprinkles For decoration.

Method
 

Making the Chocolate Coating
  1. Melt the chocolate by heating semisweet chocolate disks in a microwave-safe bowl for 30 seconds. Stir and continue heating in 30-second bursts until smooth.
  2. Stir in the peppermint extract until combined.
Dipping the Oreos
  1. Prepare your work surface by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Dip each Oreo into the melted chocolate using a fork, allowing excess chocolate to drip off before placing on the parchment.
Decorating
  1. Once dipped, drizzle remaining melted chocolate over the cookies and immediately add green sprinkles for decoration.
Setting
  1. Let the cookies set at room temperature for 30-60 minutes or refrigerate for 15 minutes until the chocolate is firm.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container in a cool place. They can be frozen for up to 3 months for longer storage.