why make this recipe
This Oreo bark is quick, fun, and perfect for Valentine’s Day. It needs few ingredients and little time. You can make it with kids or for a last-minute gift. If you want another quick treat, see this easy waffle recipe for more simple ideas.
introduction
This recipe makes a sweet, colorful bark with Oreo pieces and pink candy. It looks festive and tastes rich. You only need white chocolate, candy melts, Oreos, and sprinkles. It sets in the fridge and breaks into pieces to share.
how to make Epic Valentine’s Oreo Bark Recipe: Quick Festive Treat
Work on a flat tray with parchment. Crush Oreos for a mix of crumbs and chunks. Melt white chocolate in the microwave in short bursts, then spread it thin. Add half the Oreos, melt and drizzle candy melts, swirl, and top with the rest of the Oreos and sprinkles. Chill until firm and break into pieces. For a party platter, serve with a bowl of a festive snack mix on the side.
Ingredients :
- 24 Oreo cookies, crushed
- 2 cups of white chocolate chips
- 1 cup of pink or red candy melts
- Heart-shaped sprinkles
Directions :
Start by crushing the Oreo cookies using a rolling pin and zip-top bag for a mix of chunks and fine crumbs. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, pour the melted white chocolate, and spread it evenly to 1/4-inch thick. Sprinkle half of the crushed Oreos on top. Melt the candy melts, drizzle over the white chocolate layer, and use a toothpick for swirling. Finally, sprinkle the remaining Oreos and heart-shaped sprinkles. Refrigerate for 30 minutes until set, then break into pieces to serve.
how to serve Epic Valentine’s Oreo Bark Recipe: Quick Festive Treat
Break the bark into small pieces. Put pieces on a plate or in small cellophane bags for gifts. Serve with coffee, milk, or hot chocolate. The bark also works on a dessert board with fruit and cookies.
how to store Epic Valentine’s Oreo Bark Recipe: Quick Festive Treat
Keep the bark in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week. You can also freeze pieces for up to 1 month; thaw in the fridge before serving.
tips to make Epic Valentine’s Oreo Bark Recipe: Quick Festive Treat
- Don’t overheat the chocolate. Melt in short bursts and stir.
- Leave some Oreo chunks for texture.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to make pretty swirls.
- If candy melts are thick, add a tiny bit of vegetable oil to thin them.
- For more party ideas, try a simple fruit roll like these cranberry roll-ups.
variation (if any)
- Use milk or dark chocolate instead of white.
- Swap Oreos for other cookies like chocolate chip or shortbread.
- Add chopped nuts or dried fruit for crunch.
- Use different colored candy melts for other holidays.
FAQs
Q: Can I use store-bought crushed Oreos?
A: Yes. Store-bought crumbs work fine. Mix in some chunks if you like texture.
Q: Can I make this without a microwave?
A: Yes. Melt chocolate and candy melts in a double boiler on low heat, stirring until smooth.
Q: Will the candy melts stain hands or clothes?
A: Candy melts can rub off. Handle the bark with care and serve on plates or in wrappers.
Q: Can I make the bark thinner or thicker?
A: Yes. Spread the melted white chocolate thinner for crisp pieces, or thicker for chewier pieces.
Conclusion
For more ideas and a similar recipe, see this Valentine Oreo Cookie Chocolate Bark – Lord Byron’s Kitchen.
Valentine’s Oreo Bark
Ingredients
Method
- Start by crushing the Oreo cookies using a rolling pin and zip-top bag for a mix of chunks and fine crumbs.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, pour the melted white chocolate, and spread it evenly to a thickness of 1/4-inch.
- Sprinkle half of the crushed Oreos on top.
- Melt the candy melts, drizzle them over the white chocolate layer, and use a toothpick to create swirls.
- Sprinkle the remaining Oreos and heart-shaped sprinkles on top.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes until the bark is set.
- Break the bark into pieces to serve.