Oreo Turkey Treats
These adorable Oreo Turkey Treats are a fun and festive snack that celebrates Thanksgiving in the sweetest way! Made with classic Oreo cookies and colorful candy pieces, these little turkeys are easy to assemble and perfect for kids to help with. With their playful appearance and delicious taste, they'll be a hit at any Thanksgiving gathering. Don't forget to get creative with icing to add your own personal touch to their faces. Gobble gobble!
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Servings
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Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
Oreo Double Stuff cookies
2 (Separately twist to create a base and a standing turkey)
Malted milk balls
1 (Use as the turkey's head)
Candy corn
4-6 (Insert points down for tail feathers)
Icing
to taste (Use for decorating the turkey's face)
Instructions
1
Start by gently twisting apart one Oreo cookie, setting aside the top half for later use. This bottom half will serve as the foundation for your turkey.
2
Take a whole Oreo cookie and place it upright on the white filling of the base Oreo, ensuring it sticks firmly.
3
For the turkey's head, place a malted milk ball directly in front of the upright Oreo.
4
Next, insert 4 to 6 pieces of candy corn into the sides of the standing Oreo, with the pointed tips facing downward to create the turkey's tail feathers.
5
If desired, use decorative icing to add tiny eyes and a waddle on the malted milk ball head, giving your turkey a charming personality.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Oreo Turkey Treats?
Oreo Turkey Treats are adorable and festive Thanksgiving snacks made using Oreo cookies, candy corn, and malted milk balls to resemble small turkeys.
What ingredients are required for Oreo Turkey Treats?
The main ingredients include Oreo Double Stuff cookies, malted milk balls, candy corn, and decorative icing.
How many Oreos are used for each turkey?
Each turkey requires two Oreo cookies: one to serve as the base and one to stand upright as the body.
Why are Double Stuff Oreos recommended?
Double Stuff Oreos are ideal because the extra filling provides more stability for sticking the upright cookie and the candy corn feathers into the base.
What is used to make the turkey's head?
A malted milk ball is placed in front of the upright Oreo to serve as the turkey's head.
How do you create the turkey's tail feathers?
Insert 4 to 6 pieces of candy corn into the filling of the upright Oreo cookie to mimic feathers.
Which way should the candy corn point?
The pointed tips of the candy corn should face downward into the Oreo filling to secure them.
Is this a no-bake recipe?
Yes, this is a completely no-bake recipe that focuses on assembly and decoration.
How do I attach the turkey's head?
The malted milk ball head is placed directly on the white filling of the base Oreo in front of the upright cookie.
Can kids help make these treats?
Absolutely! These treats are very easy to assemble and are a perfect Thanksgiving activity for children.
What can I use for the turkey's eyes?
You can use tiny dots of decorative icing to create eyes on the malted milk ball head.
How do I add a wattle to the turkey?
Use red decorative icing to draw a small wattle next to the turkey's beak area on the malted milk ball.
What should I do with the extra Oreo halves?
The recipe uses the bottom half of one Oreo for the base; you can set aside or snack on the top halves that aren't used.
Can I make these in advance for Thanksgiving?
Yes, these can be made a day in advance and stored in a cool, dry place.
How should I store Oreo Turkey Treats?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature to keep the cookies crisp and the icing set.
Can I use different types of cookies?
While Oreos are traditional, any sandwich cookie with a cream filling will work as long as it is sturdy enough to stand upright.
What if the malted milk ball won't stay in place?
You can use a small dab of icing as 'glue' to help secure the malted milk ball to the base Oreo.
How many candy corns should I use per turkey?
Using between 4 and 6 pieces of candy corn per turkey provides a full, fan-like appearance for the tail feathers.
What flavor are these treats?
They have a delicious combination of chocolate from the cookies and malted balls, vanilla from the filling, and honey-marshmallow notes from the candy corn.
Can I use mini Oreos for the head?
While the recipe calls for malted milk balls, a mini Oreo could be used as a larger head if preferred.
Do I need any special tools?
No special tools are required, though a small piping tip for the icing can help with fine details on the face.
Is the icing necessary?
The icing is used for the face details; while optional for structural integrity, it adds the 'charming personality' mentioned in the recipe.
Are these treats portable?
They are somewhat fragile once assembled, so it is best to transport them carefully in a single layer.
How long does it take to assemble one turkey?
Once your ingredients are ready, each turkey takes only a minute or two to assemble.
Can I use peanut butter as glue?
Yes, if you don't have icing, peanut butter or melted chocolate can work as an adhesive for the head and eyes.
What is the first step of assembly?
The first step is gently twisting apart one Oreo cookie to create the base from the half with the filling.
Are these treats vegetarian?
This depends on the specific brands of candy corn and marshmallows used, as some contain gelatin.
Can I add legs to the turkey?
Yes, you can pipe small orange icing legs onto the base Oreo to add more detail.
What makes these festive?
The use of seasonal candy corn and the turkey shape makes them a perfect themed snack for Thanksgiving gatherings.
How do I ensure the upright Oreo stays standing?
Press it firmly into the white filling of the base Oreo so the cream acts as a stabilizer.