Holiday Oreo
Cookie Pops Recipe

Directions

1. Step 1

   Start by inserting a wooden pop stick into the cream filling between the shells of each Oreo cookie.

2. Step 2

   Take a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Place the cookie pop sticks on the sheet and freeze them for 15 minutes.

3. Step 3

   Using the double-boiler method, melt the chocolate. Make sure it achieves a smooth, even consistency. Mix the oil with it and stir until combined well.

4. Step 4

   Once out of the freezer, take the cookies and dip them one at a time into the chocolate and oil mixture.

5. Step 5

   Ensure that both sides of the cookie are evenly coated. Once done, place it back on the baking sheet. Add the sprinkles on top and send them to the refrigerator to set well for 30 minutes.

6. Step 6

   Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm.

7. Step 7

   Holiday Oreo Cookie Pops are ready!

How To Make The Oreo Cookie Pops Look Festive?

To give this Holiday Oreo cookie Pops Recipe a festive spin, exploring a variety of festive decorations and garnishing is the best option. Red and green colored sprinkles and colored chocolate drizzles add the Christmas colors. Powdered sugar brings in the classic snowy look. For garnishing, small edible Christmas decorations like stars, bells, and trees are perfect. Peppermint canes and crushed candies also do the job perfectly. Several Christmassy frosting designs can be created on top of the holiday Oreo cookie pops using a piping bag.

For up to two weeks, the Oreo cookie pops can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It is not recommended to leave it at room temperature for long, as it contains melted chocolate. It might get sticky with the warm temperature. For longer storage (2-3months), freezing is the ideal option after sealing them tightly.

The Holiday Oreo cookie pops recipe is highly customizable. While keeping the preparation method the same, several flavor combinations can be explored in this recipe.

• Alongside the signature chocolate flavor coming from the Oreo cookies, mint and peanut butter flavors can be tried.
• For the melted chocolate dip, one may explore white, milk, or dark chocolate.

• Don't dip the cold Oreo pop in hot chocolate: This is not recommended, as dipping a very cold Oreo cookie pop into hot, melted chocolate often causes the shell to crack. It is always better to let the chocolate cool slightly first minimize the temperature difference.
• Chill the pops well: Before dipping the Oreo cookie pops into melted chocolate, chill them well until they are well set and firm. If the pops are too soft, send them back to the refrigerator to firm up.
• Secure the stick: If inserted initially, the stick is likely to fall out if the pops are not cold enough. However, for a stronger hold, it is sometimes recommended to insert the stick into the pop after the first coat of chocolate has partially set.

• Go for small batches: Making Oreo cookie pops in small batches keeps the process fuss-free. It also helps maintain the right temperature and texture of the chocolate.
• Tap off excess chocolate: Once the pops are taken out of the melted chocolate after dipping, gently tap the pop to remove excess chocolate. To ensure an even coating.
• Add chocolate drizzle: To add more to its flair, add a chocolate drizzle on top of the chocolatey exterior using a piping bag or a small plastic bag with a corner snipped off. Let the pops chill again to set the drizzle.

While one Oreo cookie pop generally contains 110-150 calories, the nutritional values may vary based on the exact recipe and ingredients used. Including the Oreo cookies and melted chocolate in this dessert recipe makes it a moderately calorie-dense item. The best way to serve the Oreo cookie pops during Christmas celebrations is by arranging them like a snowman, a reindeer, or a Christmas tree on the dessert table.

Conclusion: Desserts are not only about taste, texture, and flavor. Often, they add a fun element to the dessert platter as well. With all the colors, chocolate drizzles, and decorations, turn up the festive heat in a fun-filled way with these holiday Oreo cookie pops.