They’re here, people! Red Velvet Oreos have arrived… and they are FANTASTIC. Chocolate covered oreos are one of my very favorite treats, but making them at home is not as easy as it looks. Until now.
If you have ever tried to make these at home with regular chocolate chips, you have probably figured out that the consistency of the chocolate makes it very difficult to work with. The chocolate is thick and clumpy. If you put the chocolate in the microwave longer, it only gets worse. If you buy special chocolate, like the chocolate melts they sell at craft stores then you will be fine. Or if you want to use regular chips some bakers suggest adding a special type of wax! (ewww, no thanks!) Adding milk just makes the chocolate clump up and butter needs to be tempered in using a double boiler. I don’t know about you, but I don’t have time for any of that.
If you want to make chocolate dipped ANYTHING using regular microwaved chocolate chips all you have to do is add a bit of COCONUT OIL! Boom. That’s it. Just a small amount makes the chocolate smooth and shiny… and it will still firm back up to a hard shell once refrigerated. The coconut oil also adds the slightest yummy flavor of coconut… I mean very slight… that makes it SO GOOD!
Just throw the chocolate chips into a bowl and microwave in short 15-20 second increments. Take it out and mix each time until the chocolate is smooth. Once the chocolate is melted, mix in the coconut oil. Start with a tiny amount and add more until you get the consistency you want. (it doesn’t take much) Then dunk your oreos (full-dunk or half, your choice) and place them on a baking sheet covered with wax paper. I usually add sprinkles or chopped nuts. Place the oreos in the fridge to harden. I store them in there, but the chocolate stays firm even if you don’t. I put them in my son’s lunch and they hold up great.
It takes less than 5 minutes to make these with the coconut oil trick and you can use regular store bought chocolate chips. It is a game changer people… you will put Pinterest to shame with your beautiful chocolate dipped goodness.
These look sooo good saw your pic last night on Instagram and I was craving Oreos right away!! I never knew to add coconut oil to chips to thin it out, makes sense…. Great tip!
yeah I had to figure something out since I never have time to go to the craft store to get those candy melts, I just wanted to use regular chips! This makes the chocolate all shiny and pretty! 😉
Oh my goodness Lauren! These look and sound so good.
I haven't seen the Red Velvet Oreos here… maybe they're not in Canada yet?! I'm going to look in the grocery store this weekend. I LOVE red velvet.
Have a lovely weekend.
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PS – I love that Valentine's bunting in the background! CUTE!
Yes I am trying to fancy up my pictures.. you should have seen the craziness that went into trying to get this shot.. 😉 have a great weekend!
and sorry to tell you this.. but Red Velvet Oreos are not coming to Canada.. as far as I can tell 🙁
These look amazing! And, what a fun, easy treat to make for special occasions.. I'll definitely have to try these!
You will love them! You can also add food coloring to the chocolate if you want a certain color. 😉 have a great weekend!
Wow this looks scrumptious! My kids would love this and so would I :). Love that is simple to make.
I can't wait to try these! I hope I can get them at our local supermarket! I'm a fan of anything red velvet!
Wow wow wow! These look so good! I always get nervous when I have to melt something (mine always hardens too quick) but I will totally give it another shot for these!
trust me.. this works! Just use regular chocolate chips and after it is warm add a bit of coconut oil, you will be amazed how much easier the chocolate is to work with! (and it looks so pretty too!) Have a great weekend!
Coconut oil?! I never would have thought! These look adorable and delicious!
You will be shocked by how easy it makes the chocolate to work with! You will be making fancy desserts in record time! 😉 Have a great weekend!
Brilliant!! And also… YUM!
Thank you! Have a great weekend!
My children are sure gonna love it! Glad you posted.
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yes they def will! Thanks for stopping by and have a fantastic weekend!
These look so good. I have been looking for the red velvet oeros–no luck yet.
They were gone from the shelf when I went, but I asked an employee and he came out of the stockroom with a brand new box.. I was so excited!
You inspired me to cheat today! Just bought my red bell but Oreos and can't wait to make cupcakes out of them! Great post…
I cant wait to see your yummy cupcakes!!
Say WHAT?!?! is right! This is a great activity to do with the toddler— and finish with dunking and eating! Simple and delicious 🙂
Yes my son loved it! (but he liked eating them much more.. ha!)
Yum! I love oreos! And what a great trick to know to make melting the chocolate easier!
it works for choc covered pretzels and cake pops, anything really! 🙂
I saw your Instagram post and they looked great, this make them look even tastier!!!!!
well thank you for stopping by!! Have a great weekend! 😉
I love how simple these are to make. I could totally go for one right now! Pinning!
thanks for pinning!! Have a great weekend!
this is the second post today about red velvet oreos… I've never seen them AND this just takes it to a whole other level.
I must have them.
hahaha They just came out this week and they are amazing!! I hope you have a wonderful weekend (full of red velvet oreos!)
easy, cool, yum. love it!
These look awesome! I usually use a tad canola oil to help with the chocolate consistency, but I like this option much better!
That's a great idea as well, but I don't usually keep canola oil in the house. (can you tell how much I cook??) haha! Have a great week!
Looks and sounds delicious and oh so tempting.
I just started a diet and I have been doing really well – and this is killing me.
Yes, these aren't good for my healthy eating plan either.. at least the oreos are limited edition… so we only can splurge on them for a short time! ha! 😉 Have a great week!!
Oh how cute. Aud will love making these and love eating them. We will try them and let you know how we did.
Please do! There are so many fun variations you can do with them too! (pink chocolate anyone??) Have a wonderful week!
These are SO cute!!!!! I love this!
I ate like 30 of them. No joke. Best thing I have ever made.
I have been meaning to try these since i saw someone Instagram them…now add this bit of loveliness and I am going to be in a world of trouble…LOL Great idea!
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Visiting fro Tasty Tuesdays. Gosh I'm so jealous, the only alternative the normal Oreo here in the UK is the double stuffed Oreo. Those look so fun and tasty. I would love for you to stop by and share this and other recipes with us over at Sweet and Savoury Sunday. Have a great day!
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Coconut oil is so awesome! Thanks for sharing on Tasty Tuesdays!
Oh Yum! & Super easy! Thanks for sharing at the party! Hope your having a great week. Pinned & shared.
What a cute idea! I love simple recipes like this 🙂 If you had a spare moment, I would be delighted if you'd drop this (and anything else you'd like to share) by at the #PureBlogLove anything goes link party! You can find me here: http://picnicnz.blogspot.co.nz/
Coconut oil is just the bomb! Those cookies look amazing! Thanks for linking up to Awesome Life Friday!
Gorgeous photo and thanks for your tip about the coconut oil. Pinning. Thanks for sharing at the Retro Re-Pin Party.
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I love the white chocolate dipped Oreos that always come out around Christmas. I never thought to make my own. This looks so good!
Oh my looks like a fun treat! I love white chocolate.
These look super delicious. I'd love to give these a try, I'm craving oreos now!
YUM! I've actually never had the red velvet Oreos and I'm not sure why I haven't tried them because I love all things red velvet. These look delicious and are probably so much fun to make!
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What a cute and delicious idea!
These look amazing!! Gotta love red velvet <3
Ooooh, I am 8 months pregnant and would seriously eat Oreos every meal if it wasnt so terrible for me! I cannot wait to try these!!!!
I love that it's time for Valentine's treats, these would be great.
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ese look amazing!! Gotta love red velvet <3