2-Ingredients No Bake Oreo Bat Cookies for Halloween

Halloween is right around the corner, and everyone's rushing for their costumes and themed parties. And what is a Halloween party without some little candy treats to make the day better for everyone? Enter these incredible 2-Ingredients Oreo Bat Cookies!

A no-bake treat, so easy to make, you can even let your kids do them – without too much of a mess or a fuss – these cookies are made with Oreo cookies and sugary eyes! All you'll have to do to make your little sugary bats is divide a half of your Oreo cookies, deprive them of the cream, snap them in half and use their vanilla cream as your "glue" to place the two "wings" to a whole Oreo cookie. Et voilà! Your Oreo Bat Cookies are ready to be served as they are as a treat specially designed for kids, or to use as toppings for other Halloween desserts! So what are you waiting for? Come on, join the Oreo madness and prepare these little, delicious bats!

What Are Oreo Bat Cookies?

This recipe is a fun and simple way to create Oreo bats, perfect for Halloween or any spooky-themed event. The concept of transforming Oreos into creatures like bats or spiders has become popular in recent years as a playful, no-bake treat that requires minimal ingredients and effort, making it a favorite for kids and families.

Oreo cookies themselves have a rich history, dating back to 1912 when Nabisco first introduced them in New York. Originally designed as a more affordable alternative to the Hydrox cookie, Oreos have become a global favorite and a canvas for various creative dessert ideas. The name "Oreo" is still a mystery; some believe it comes from the French word "or" meaning gold, while others think it's just a short, catchy name chosen by Nabisco for marketing appeal.

Pro Tips for The Best Oreo Cookies

• Fresh cookies are less likely to crumble when splitting, making it easier to create the wings.
• Twist the Oreos carefully to separate the halves without breaking them. If they do break, use the best-looking halves for the wings.
• If the cream is too stiff, gently knead it with your fingers to make it pliable for sticking the cookie wings and eyes in place.
• When attaching the wings and eyes, press firmly but gently to avoid breaking the cookies.
• After assembling, place the bats in the fridge for a few minutes to let the cream firm up and hold everything in place.
• If sugar eyes are unavailable, use chocolate chips or small candy pieces for an equally cute effect.
• To prevent crumbs from sticking to the cream, assemble the bats on a clean, dry surface.

Can I Use Any Other Type of Cookies for These Bat Cookies?

Yes, you can, but you have to make sure that the cookies have a cream filling to use as "glue". Sandwich cookies like chocolate wafers or vanilla creams work well as alternatives, and you can even use different flavors or colors to customize the look of your bats.

How Can I Make These Even More Delicious?

To make these cookies even more delicious, dip the wings in melted chocolate before assembling, or drizzle chocolate over the finished bats for added flavor. You can also sprinkle crushed nuts, coconut flakes, or colorful sprinkles on the chocolate for an extra crunch and fun texture.

Can I Use These As Toppings for Other Desserts, Instead?

Of course! They'll work wonderfully as crunchy and visually appealing toppings! Add them to cupcakes, cakes, ice cream, or pudding cups for a playful and spooky decoration!

Are These Cookies Vegan Friendly?

Traditional Oreo cookies are technically vegan as they don't contain animal-derived ingredients, but they are made in facilities that handle dairy, which may be a concern for strict vegans. Additionally, the sugar eyes might contain gelatin or other non-vegan ingredients.

Can I Make These Ahead of Time?

Yes! Assemble them a day in advance and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh. This helps the cream firm up, ensuring the pieces stay in place when served.

Do They Freeze Well?

These cookies don’t freeze well, as freezing can cause the cream filling to become too hard and the cookies to lose their texture.

How to Store Oreo Bat Cookies

Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will keep them fresh and maintain their texture for up to 2-3 days. Avoid leaving them at room temperature for too long, as the cream filling may soften or melt.

How to Make Oreo Bat Cookies

Split the cookies in half by gently twisting the two discs in opposite directions, then remove the cream from inside using the tip of a knife to scrape it off. Set it aside for later use.

Break the cookie halves in two, and spread a little bit of the cream on one end of the snapped cookie halves. This will act as your "glue".

Now, stick the two halves of the cookies onto a whole cookie, on the upper part, to create your wings. Then, place two sugary eyes on the wings, using a bit of the cream to make them adhere to the cookie surface. Let set in the fridge for a couple of minutes.

There you go! Your Bat Oreo Cookies are ready to be enjoyed!