Oreo Turkey Cookies Recipe

ByIsabella Vance
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Introduction

These Oreo Turkey Cookies are a fun and festive treat perfect for celebrating Thanksgiving with kids and adults alike. Combining classic Oreo cookies with colorful candy, they’re simple to make and delightfully cute on any holiday dessert table.

The image shows cute turkey-shaped treats made from cookies and candy arranged on a white marbled surface. Each turkey has a large dark brown Oreo cookie as the main body at the back, with five orange and yellow candy corn pieces sticking upright behind it like feathers. In front of the Oreo is a smaller round milk chocolate peanut butter cup acting as the face. Two big white candy eyes with black centers are on the peanut butter cup, and a small red candy is placed below as a beak. The turkeys are arranged in a line, slightly out of focus behind the main one in the front. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 12 Oreo Cookies
  • 3 tablespoons vanilla frosting
  • 12 mini peanut butter cups
  • 48 pieces candy corn
  • 24 candy eyes
  • 12 red M&M’s
  • 1 tablespoon melted chocolate

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Twist off the top of each Oreo cookie so you have one side with just the chocolate cookie and another side with the filling. Arrange them on a tray in front of you.
  2. Step 2: Pipe a small line of vanilla frosting across the top of the filling side. Arrange 4 pieces of candy corn along the frosting line with the white tips facing inward. Pipe another line of frosting over the white part of the candy corn. Replace the top cookie and gently press down so the frosting touches and can harden.
  3. Step 3: Unwrap the mini peanut butter cups. Place a small dab of frosting on the base of each peanut butter cup and press it into the bottom center of each Oreo cookie.
  4. Step 4: Add tiny dots of frosting to the peanut butter cups where the eyes will go, then gently press two candy eyes onto each cup.
  5. Step 5: Using either frosting or melted chocolate, dip each red M&M and place it on the peanut butter cup to create the turkey’s beak. Press gently and hold for a minute to let it start to harden.
  6. Step 6: Refrigerate the finished cookies for 15-20 minutes to set completely before serving.

Tips & Variations

  • Use colored frosting to match your holiday theme or add a bit of food coloring to white frosting for a personalized touch.
  • Substitute candy eyes with small chocolate chips or edible pearls if you prefer.
  • For a nut-free version, swap peanut butter cups with chocolate discs or small cookies.

Storage

Store the turkey cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow them to come to room temperature a few minutes before serving for the best texture. Avoid freezing, as it can make the candy decorations brittle.

How to Serve

The image shows several turkey-shaped treats made from layers of Oreo cookies, mini peanut butter cups, candy eyes, red candy pieces, and candy corn. Each treat has a base layer of one dark brown Oreo cookie with its detailed pattern visible, positioned flat. On top of the Oreo near the bottom center, there is a mini peanut butter cup with a smooth, glossy brown surface, acting as the turkey’s face. Two white candy eyes with black centers are placed on the peanut butter cup. A small, shiny, red candy piece is positioned below the eyes to form the turkey’s beak. Behind the Oreo cookie, fanned out like feathers, are five candy corn pieces with bright, smooth, orange, yellow, and white layers arranged evenly in a semi-circle. All the treats sit on a white marbled surface which gives a clean, bright background. The photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare these Oreo Turkey Cookies ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble them a day in advance and keep them refrigerated. Just wait to add delicate decorations like candy eyes right before serving if possible.

What can I use if I don’t have mini peanut butter cups?

If mini peanut butter cups are not available, small round chocolates or other bite-sized candies can work as a base for the turkey’s head. Just be sure they can hold the candy eyes and beak securely.

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Oreo Turkey Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 15 minutes + 15-20 minutes chilling
  • Yield: 12 turkey cookies 1x
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Description

These playful and festive Oreo Turkey Cookies are a fun and creative treat perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall celebration. Combining classic Oreo cookies with peanut butter cups, candy corn, candy eyes, and colorful M&Ms, these no-bake turkey-themed cookies are easy to assemble and sure to delight both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

Scale

Cookies and Base

  • 12 Oreo Cookies
  • 3 Tablespoons vanilla frosting

Decorations

  • 12 mini peanut butter cups
  • 48 pieces candy corn
  • 24 candy eyes
  • 12 red M&Ms
  • 1 Tablespoon melted chocolate (for adhering decorations)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oreo Cookies: Twist off the top of each Oreo cookie, separating the chocolate cookie side from the filling side. Arrange the bottom halves (with filling) on a tray in front of you for easy access.
  2. Attach Candy Corn Feathers: Pipe a small line of vanilla frosting across the top of each Oreo filling. Arrange 4 pieces of candy corn per cookie, placing them with the white tip down into the frosting line. Then pipe another line of frosting on top of the white ends of the candy corn, which will help secure the cookie tops later.
  3. Reassemble Cookies: Replace the Oreo cookie tops carefully onto the bases with frosting contact, pressing gently so the frosting holds the candy corn in place.
  4. Add Peanut Butter Cup Body: Unwrap the mini peanut butter cups and put a small dab of frosting on their base. Place each peanut butter cup in the bottom center of the Oreo cookie, pressing it onto the cookie gently to adhere.
  5. Attach Candy Eyes: Pipe tiny dots of frosting onto the peanut butter cups where the eyes will be placed, then carefully press two candy eyes onto each peanut butter cup.
  6. Create the Beak: Using either frosting or the melted chocolate, dip a red M&M and attach it to the peanut butter cup to serve as the turkey’s beak. Press gently and hold for a few seconds so it begins to set.
  7. Set Cookies: Place the assembled turkey cookies in the refrigerator and let them chill for 15-20 minutes to allow the frosting and chocolate to harden and secure all decorations in place.

Notes

  • Use vanilla frosting for best sticking and flavor contrast with the chocolate Oreos.
  • Be gentle when reassembling the Oreos to avoid breaking the cookies.
  • If you prefer, substitute the mini peanut butter cups with any small round chocolate candies for a nut-free option.
  • Keep cookies refrigerated until serving to maintain decoration integrity.
  • These cookies are best enjoyed within 2-3 days for freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Oreo cookies, turkey cookies, Thanksgiving dessert, candy corn treats, no-bake cookies, festive desserts

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