OREO Penguins

These OREO Penguins are the ultimate no-bake holiday treat – easy to make, irresistibly cute and oh-so-delicious! These charming penguins are perfect for parties, gift-giving, or a fun family activity. A delightful addition to dessert tables and cookie trays!

Looking for more easy, no bake treats for the holidays? Make sure to check out these favorites: Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies, Divinity and Snow Day Snack Mix!

Penguin OREOs

These OREO Penguins are the perfect addition to your holiday festivities. They are so sweet and cute and are perfect for sharing or gifting. The best part is these OREO Penguins are as fun to make as they are to eat! They start with fudge-covered OREOs and are decorated with a variety of candy including Twizzler and Junior Mint earmuffs.

Whimsical and fun, these OREO penguins are the perfect no-bake treat that’s great for parties, family activities, or to jazz up a Christmas cookie platter or dessert table. You are going to love that they are incredibly simple to make! With just a few basic ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, kids can make these little penguins to share with friends and family.

Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or just need a fun project with the kids, these cute little penguins are guaranteed to bring smiles all around.

Can’t find fudge covered OREOs? Use my guide for Dipped Oreos to make your own!

Why You’ll Love These OREO Penguins

Looking for a holiday dessert that’s both adorable and delicious? These OREO Penguins are the perfect answer! Fun to assemble with minimal effort, they’re a delightful treat for kids and adults alike. Make them the centerpiece of your dessert table or give them as edible gifts to spread cheer!

• No-Bake : This recipe doesn’t require any baking, making it quick and stress-free. The straightforward steps ensure anyone, from beginners to seasoned bakers, can make these adorable treats without breaking a sweat.
• Perfect for Kids: Crafting OREO Penguins is a delightful activity for kids! They’ll love getting creative while assembling their own penguins. Plus, it’s a fun way to bond as a family during the holidays.
• Customizable : Change up the colors, decorations, or add festive details like scarves and hats to match your celebration’s theme. They’re as versatile as they are adorable!
• Minimal Ingredients, Maximum Fun: With just a handful of affordable, easy-to-find ingredients, you can create a dessert that’s both budget-friendly and impressive.

How To Make OREO Penguins

Turn ordinary OREOs into extraordinary OREO Penguins! These easy, no-bake treats are packed with personality and make a wonderful addition to any holiday celebration. Whether you’re making them with kids or surprising guests with these adorable penguins, this simple treat is sure to delight!

As always, you can find the full printable recipe card at the end of this post.

1. Prep all of the ingredients and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place cookies on parchment.
2. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave in short intervals, stirring until smooth. Spread a little melted chocolate on the back of a white candy melt or on the OREO where you want to attach it. Attach the candy melt to the bottom half of an OREO to create the penguin’s “stomach.”
3. Use a toothpick to add dots of melted chocolate to the OREOs.
4. Press the candy eyes into place.
5. Cut orange mini M&Ms in half, add melted chocolate to the cut side, and place them between the eyes for the penguin’s beak. Attach Twizzler pieces for the earmuff band
6. Attach Junior Mints for the earmuffs ear pieces using melted chocolate.

Let the OREO Penguins to set at room temperature for 30 minutes or in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Storage Information

• Room Temperature: Store penguins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
• Refrigerator: The Oreo penguins can be stored in the refrigerator for longer storage but some candies will likely bleed and/or lose color.
• Make in Advance: These penguins can be made ahead of time (up to 2 weeks) and stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Freezing: Not recommended, as the decorations may lose their texture and color after thawing.

Can I use regular OREOs instead of fudge-covered ones?

Yes! You can dip your regular OREOs instead of buying the fudge-covered OREOs. Simply following my instructions for dipping OREOs here. These Ghirardelli dark chocolate melting wafers are perfect for these Oreo penguins.

I can’t find the candy eyes, what can I use instead?

You can use mini chocolate chips or draw eyes with icing if candy eyes aren’t available. I can usually find them at stores like Target but they are a ton of options for candy eyes on Amazon as well.

Variations to Try

• Add a matching scarf with a candy straw, airheads extremes or a strip of fruit leather or icing!
• Use marshmallows (white or pink would be great!) instead of the Junior Mints for the earmuffs.
• Switch up the Twizzler and candy melt colors to match party themes.
• Add sprinkles or edible glitter for a touch of holiday sparkle.

Trish’s Tips

• Cut the M&Ms and lay out all the rest of the candy before melting the chocolate so you can work quickly and efficiently before the chocolate hardens.
• Work in small batches when melting chocolate to prevent it from hardening while decorating.
• Use a sharp knife to cut the M&Ms for clean, even halves.
• If the chocolate cools too quickly, reheat it for a few seconds to keep it smooth and workable.
• Pull n Peel Twizzlers are sold in bunches of 9 strands. You’ll only need 1 full bunch, split into 4 pieces of 2 strands each. There will be more than enough to make 2 inch long bands for each of the 12 penguins. 
• Use food grade gloves when decorating to keep the heat from your hands from melting the chocolate on the OREOs.
• Have fun with this and don’t expect every penguin to look identical – that is part of the charm of these Penguin cookies!

More No Bake Christmas Treats

1. Christmas Puppy Chow
2. Pretzel Reindeer
3. Melting Snowman Oreo Balls
4. Buckeyes
5. Penuche
6. Hot Cocoa Fudge