Easy Pumpkin Shaped Dipped Oreos

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Halloween is supposed to be scary right?

Well, there’s nothing scary about these easy dipped Oreo cookies made to look like pumpkins… except how my daughter is after eating half a package of candy eyeballs.

That, my friends, is truly scary indeed. However, if you could hear the little voice going, “More eyeballs, peas, Mama,” then you might let her gorge herself on them too.

Needless to say, these dipped Oreos make for a fun family activity to help everyone get into the spirit of Halloween.

Ingredients and Kitchen Supplies

To make some fun dipped Oreos, you’ll need:

• Oreos – We know they sell store-brand Oreos, but you should really spring for the real deal. You can use regular or double stuffed, but we would avoid mega stuffed because the pumpkins may fall apart. Also, around September, you should be able to find different Halloween inspired Oreos to dip.
• Orange Candy Melts – We like to use orange colored candy melts that you can find in craft stores or baking sections of some stores to avoid having to add color to white chocolate. But you can definitely use Oreos dipped in white chocolate if you prefer. You will just need to get orange food coloring or gel.
• Candy Eye Balls – You can find candy eye balls in just about any baking or Halloween section starting around August or so. If not, you can get them from Amazon just about any time of year.
• Tootsie Rolls – These add some additional decor to the pumpkins. You could use bits of pretzel or other similar shapes for the pumpkins.
• Coconut Oil – Coconut oil helps to soften the candy melts for when the dipped Oreos dry.
• Decorating Gel – You can use black, brown, or other color decorating gel to add more features to your Oreo pumpkins.

You do not need any special equipment to make dipped Oreos, though we do recommend getting a candy dipping scoop to make retriving the Oreos easier.

How to Make Dipped Oreos Look Like Pumpkins

1. Prep the candy melts and Tootsie Rolls.

Melt the candy melts with about a tablespoon of coconut oil either using a double boiler or in the microwave.

If you use a microwave, cook them for short bursts of about 15 to 30 seconds before removing and stirring.

The candy melts are ready for dipping when it has a smooth consistency.

The process is the same for white chocolate – just add in a few drops of orange food coloring.

Pro tip: don’t skip the oil.

We tried this without the oil and rather than looking like cute silly pumpkins, they looked like the ultimate Pinterest fail.

2. Make the Tootsie Rolls into ropes.

Roll out a tootsie roll using your hands into a long thin rope.

We will use these to make stems for the pumpkins.

If you prefer, you can use pretzels to make stems with.

3. Dip the cookies into the candy melts and make the dipped Oreos into pumpkins.

Once the candy melts are ready, take one Oreo at a time and fully submerge in the melted candies or white chocolate.

Carefully remove the Oreo cookies from the dip with a candy scooper or fork.

You can shake off some of the excess candy melts before placing on a wax paper lined tray.

Then before the candy sets, press a small piece of the rolled Tootsie Roll into the side of the cookie.

Then press on the eyes.

If the candy has firmed up just dab a little more melted candy on the back of the eyeballs and gently put them on.

Repeat for each Oreo you want to dip.

Finally, once the dipped Oreos dry, draw on some mouths with icing gel and boom: Dipped Oreo Pumpkins.

Tips and Tricks

• Make sure to add in some coconut oil to the candy melts or white chocolate. This helps to create smooth and slightly softer results for the dipped Oreos.
• If you are making a large number of pumpkin Oreos, you may want to work in small batches. If the dip dries, you can reheat it a bit, following the same rule with only microwaving for a few seconds.
• These dipped Oreos do not need to be perfect! Let your kids help and have some fun with them.
• For different varieties, you can use the same concept to make little monsters, zombies, or other Halloween creatures from Oreos dipped in white chocolate or candies.
• Be creative with what you add to the faces. You can use rolled Tootsie Rolls to make the eyes and smiles if you like. You could also try using pretzels or other candies to make your pumpkins pop.

Storing Pumpkin Oreos Dipped in White Chocolate

Dipped Oreos have a decent shelf life, so you can make these well ahead of a Halloween party or as a snack or dessert for the week.

To store, place dried Oreos into an air tight container.

They should keep for about 1 to 2 weeks when kept in a cool, dry location.

Other Halloween Recipes to Try

Looking for other fun Halloween recipes? Check these out too:

• Easy 2 Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins with Cake Mix
• Pumpkin Spice Chai Lattes
• Easy Ghost Cupcakes for Halloween
• Spiked Pumpkin Spice Lattes
• Easy Spider Cupcakes for Halloween
• Easy Ghost Cupcakes for Halloween
• Pumpkin Hand Pies
• Easy Spooky Graveyard Brownies for Halloween
• Easy Spooky Halloween Monster Bark (Boo Bark)
• 3 Ingredient Halloween S’mores

You can also look for Fall inspired here and more Halloween ready recipes here.

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Easy Oreo Pumpkins

Easy Oreo Pumpkins perfect for Halloween

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: 12 -15*

Author: Seasoned Sprinkles

Ingredients

• 12-15 Oreos*
• 1 package of candy eyeballs
• 12 ounces of orange candy melts
• 1-2 tbs coconut oil
• 2-3 tootsie rolls*
• Decorator gel

Instructions

• Melt the candy melts in the microwave by microwaving for 30 seconds. Stir even if not melted. Microwave an additional ten seconds. Stir. Repeat until melted totally. Stir in coconut oil and continue to stir until melted and candy is at desired consistency.
• Unwrap 2 Tootsie Rolls. Roll them in your hands like you are making a clay snake. Roll until they form a thin rope. Break into roughly half inch pieces.
• Dip an Oreo into the melted candy using a dipping tool. Shake off excess. Set on wax paper. Repeat with 2 more.
• Press a piece of Tootsie roll into side to create a stem. Then press on candy eyes. Let harden and repeat with other cookies.
• When cookies are all dry, draw on mouths and noses with decorator gel.
• Enjoy!

Notes

You may be able to make more, depending on how many candy eyeballs you have and how many candy eyeballs your kid eats in the process.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie

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