Decorated Christmas Tree Oreos (Easy & No Bake!)
Christmas Tree Oreos are one of those festive holiday treats that look like they came straight from a bakery but are actually super easy to make at home.
With just a handful of ingredients, you can turn classic Oreos into adorable little trees that are perfect for cookie trays, class parties, Christmas bake sales, or holiday dessert tables.
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These are the kind of no-bake treats that both kids and adults will love helping to make. They’re colorful, fun to decorate, and come together in less than half an hour. If you need a last-minute Christmas goodie that doubles as a crafty kitchen activity, these Christmas Tree Oreos are just the thing.
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Ingredients Needed for Oreo Holiday Cookies
Oreo cookies – the base for your trees; regular or double-stuffed both work
Green and white candy melts – melted and piped to create the tree shape and dipped on the bottoms for a snowy look.
Star sprinkles – the finishing touch for the top of each tree
Nonpareils sprinkles – tiny decorations that look like ornaments
How to Make Easy Christmas Tree Oreo Cookies
Melt the white candy melts until smooth. In a separate bowl, melt the green candy melts.
Dip the bottom of each Oreo into the white candy melts, coating only the base. Tap gently to remove excess and place on a lined baking sheet.
Transfer melted green candy melts into a piping bag. Pipe a zigzag drizzle over the top of each Oreo to resemble a Christmas tree.
While the green candy is still wet, add a star sprinkle to the top of the tree and scatter nonpareils sprinkles over the drizzle to decorate.
Let cookies set completely, or place in the fridge for 10 minutes to speed it up.
Once firm, remove from the tray and serve.
Helpful Tips
- Use parchment paper to prevent Oreos from sticking while they set.
- If the candy melts are too thick, stir in a teaspoon of vegetable shortening to thin them.
- Work in small batches so the green drizzle doesn’t harden before you decorate.
- Kids can help with sprinkling the stars and nonpareils for a fun family project.
- These make great edible gifts packaged in cellophane bags tied with ribbon.
Substitutions and Variations
Use golden Oreos for a lighter look.
Try red or white candy melts to create different holiday themes.
Swap nonpareils with mini M&Ms or edible glitter for a new look.
Place the Oreos on lollipop sticks before decorating to make Christmas Tree Oreo pops.
How to Store
Keep the decorated Christmas cookies on the countertop in an airtight container for up to a week.
Common FAQs
Yes, they can be made up to a week in advance and stored in an airtight container.
Yes, but make sure to use baking chocolate or almond bark for smooth melting.
Always use oil-based or gel food coloring, never liquid, to avoid seizing.
No, they keep well at room temperature, but chilling them briefly helps the candy set faster.
Christmas Tree Oreos are as fun to make as they are to eat. They’re quick, no-bake, and festive enough to brighten any holiday table. Whether you’re whipping them up with kids, gifting them to friends, or adding them to a cookie exchange, they’re sure to be a holiday hit.
Decorated Oreos for Christmas
Ingredients
- Oreo cookies
- 1/2 c white candy melts
- 1 c green candy melts
- Star sprinkles
- nonpareil sprinkles
Instructions
- Melt white and green candy melts in separate bowls until smooth. Transfer the green to a piping bag.
- Dip Oreo bottoms into white candy melts. Place on parchment-lined tray.
- Pipe green candy melts over each Oreo in a zigzag pattern.
- Add a star sprinkle on top and nonpareils to decorate.
- Let set at room temperature or refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- Remove from tray once firm and serve.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Thin candy melts with shortening if needed.
- Decorate while green drizzle is still wet for best results.
