Cute Penguin Oreos Fun

These Cute Penguin Oreos are a delightful holiday treat that bring a playful touch to any winter gathering. They are surprisingly simple to make yet charming enough to look like you spent much more time. I love how each penguin can have its own little character with colorful earmuffs, bright beaks, and expressive candy eyes. This recipe has become a favorite for holiday parties and a fun afternoon craft with the kids. The first time I made them, their adorable look stole the show and now they disappear almost as fast as I put them on the table.

I remember making these with my niece who giggled at each step and they quickly turned into a family favorite for holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

• Regular Oreo cookies: 36 pieces the classic cookie forms the body and brings the perfect balance of crunch and sweetness
• Chocolate candy melts: 1 and 1/2 cups provides a smooth dark covering that hardens nicely around the cookie use high quality melts for a glossy finish
• White candy melts: 36 pieces create the penguin’s belly to add contrast and character
• M&M's or smarties: 72 pieces great for the colorful earmuffs choose bright colors for extra fun
• Candy eyeballs: 72 pieces bring the penguins to life with their cute expressive eyes
• Pull and peel or shoelace licorice: acts as the earmuff band holding the M&M's together
• Orange confetti sprinkles: 72 pieces form tiny beaks and add a pop of color pick sprinkles that are flat and bright for best results

Instructions

Scoop and prep:

Line a cookie sheet or cooling rack with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.

Melt the chocolate:

Place the chocolate candy melts in a microwave safe bowl. Heat on 50 percent power for one minute then stir. Continue heating in 30 second bursts stirring each time until the melts are smooth and completely melted. This slow melting prevents burning and keeps the texture silky.

Coat the Oreos:

Using a fork or candy dipper dip each Oreo cookie into the melted chocolate. Make sure the whole surface is covered and let any extra drip off before setting them down on the parchment paper.

Add the white belly:

While the chocolate coating is still soft press one white candy melt onto the lower half of each coated Oreo to form the penguin’s belly. Press gently so it sticks but does not break.

Place the eyes and beak:

Add two candy eyeballs near the top of the cookie for a cute face. Just below the eyes place two orange confetti sprinkles side by side to create the penguin’s beak.

Attach earmuffs:

On each side of the cookie press two colorful M&M's or smarties to serve as earmuffs. Then use a small piece of licorice to connect the two sides over the top of the cookie like an earmuff band.

Let them set:

Allow the coated cookies to rest at room temperature or in the fridge until the chocolate hardens fully and the decorations are well secured.

My favorite part is adding the licorice earmuff band because it really gives personality to each penguin. Once my kids started decorating their own penguins the simple process became a joyful craft that brought everyone together during chilly winter afternoons.

Storage Tips

Store these penguin Oreos in a single layer inside an airtight container to keep the chocolate from cracking or sticking. If stacking is necessary place parchment paper between the layers and keep them in a cool dry place or refrigerate especially in warm weather. Plan to enjoy them within five days for the best flavor and texture.

Ingredient Substitutions

If you cannot find candy eyeballs small dots of white and black icing can work just as well for eyes. Use any round colorful candies instead of M&M's or smarties or try small gumdrops for a different texture. If shoe string licorice is unavailable you can use thin licorice strands or pipe melted chocolate to connect the earmuffs.

Serving Suggestions

Arrange these penguin Oreos on a festive tray with holiday napkins for a charming dessert presentation. They pair wonderfully with hot cocoa or a warm cup of tea for a cozy winter treat and for kids parties set out a decorating station so everyone can customize their own penguins before the chocolate fully hardens.

These penguin Oreos make holiday baking fun and accessible even for little hands and novice decorators. Each batch brings smiles and a sense of accomplishment beyond the delicious taste.

Common Questions About Recipes

→ How do I melt the chocolate candy melts properly?

Heat the chocolate candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl at 50% power in 1-minute increments, stirring regularly until smooth to avoid burning.

→ What can I use instead of candy eyes?

You can substitute candy eyes with tiny chocolate chips or small white icing dots for a similar effect.

→ How do I attach the candy decorations securely?

Press the candy decorations gently onto the chocolate coating while it’s still soft to ensure they stick firmly as it hardens.

→ Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare these in advance and store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh for several days.

→ Are there alternative candies I can use for earmuffs?

Yes, instead of licorice, thin strips of fondant or pretzel sticks dipped in chocolate can be used for the earmuffs detail.