St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats: Easy Green Holiday Magic!

St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats! Oh, how Nonna loves a good reason to celebrate, especially when it involves something sweet and easy. These St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats are a simple way to add some festive fun to your holiday celebration. A delightful twist on classic chocolate covered Oreos, they are guaranteed to bring a smile to the faces of everyone gathered at your table. 

Growing up in Italy, we didn’t have St Patrick’s Day, but we always had reasons to celebrate with food. From simple cookies like these, to a big pot of Sunday sauce, celebrating with food always makes things better.

Why You Will Love This St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats Recipe

These St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats are perfect because they are so quick and easy to make, even the bambini can help! There’s no baking involved, and they are incredibly delicious. Who can resist a chocolate covered Oreo? Nobody, especially when it’s festive and green.

They’re also a wonderful way to get into the St Patrick’s Day spirit. We love making these in the kitchen with all of our grandchildren. They cover themselves with sprinkles and laugh all the way to the table.

This recipe is special because it turns a store bought favorite into something extra special, something that is just a little bit more fun for this time of year. Plus, if you’re looking for other quick St Patrick’s Day treats, you have to try our St Patricks Day Rolo Pretzel Candy!

Ingredients Needed for This St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats Recipe

Here’s what you’ll need to make these delightful treats:

• 1 package (14.3 oz) Oreo cookies
• 12 oz green candy melts
• St Patrick’s Day themed sprinkles
• Optional: White chocolate for drizzling

 

How to Make This St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats Recipe

1. 1. Melt the green candy melts according to package directions. Usually, microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Be careful not to overheat!
2. 2. Dip each Oreo cookie into the melted green candy, making sure to coat it completely. A fork works best for dipping and lifting out the cookie.
3. 3. Place the dipped Oreos on a parchment lined baking sheet.
4. 4. Immediately sprinkle with St Patrick’s Day themed sprinkles.
5. 5. If desired, melt white chocolate and drizzle over the green covered Oreos.
6. 6. Let the chocolate set completely before serving or storing. This will take about 20 to 30 minutes at room temperature, or you can speed it up in the refrigerator.

Remember, you can always add more sprinkles! The more, the merrier! And if you enjoy easy St Patrick’s Day desserts, you might like our Easy St Patricks Day Cookies!

How to Serve This St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats Recipe

Serve these St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats on a festive platter for parties or as a sweet ending to your St Patrick’s Day meal. They’re also great for gifting to friends and family.

Pair them with a glass of milk or hot chocolate for a perfect treat combination. You can also use them to decorate cupcakes or cakes!

How to Store This St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats Recipe

Store your chocolate covered Oreos in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh for up to a week.

You can also freeze them for longer storage. Place them in a single layer in a freezer safe container or bag, and they will keep for up to 2 months.

Tips to Make This St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats Recipe

• Ensure the candy melts are completely smooth for a flawless coating.
• Work quickly when adding sprinkles, as the chocolate sets fast.
• Use a toothpick to remove any excess chocolate around the edges of the Oreos.
• Don’t overwhip the candy melts! Overwhipping can create an uneven texture.
• If the chocolate is too thick, add a teaspoon of vegetable oil or shortening to thin it out.

Helpful Notes for This St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats Recipe

Using high quality candy melts will give you the best results. Cheaper candy melts can be difficult to work with and may not melt as smoothly.

If you don’t have St Patrick’s Day sprinkles, you can use any festive sprinkles you like! Green, white, and gold sprinkles work well, or try something more colorful!

Don’t forget to show us your own creations! Follow us on Pinterest and share your photos with us! We love to see what you’re making!

Variation of This St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats Recipe

Experiment with different flavors of Oreos, such as golden Oreos or mint Oreos. You could also try using different colored candy melts, like white chocolate dyed green, or a combination of green and white.

For a fun twist, crush some Oreos and sprinkle them on top of the chocolate covered Oreos.

If you want to try some other fun, festive treats, check out our St Patricks Day Leprechaun Popcorn!

Conclusion

These St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats are guaranteed to be a hit with everyone! They are so easy to make and are a fun way to celebrate the luck of the Irish. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create some delicious and festive St Patrick’s Day Oreo Treats! Let us know how yours turned out with a comment or picture below!

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