Oreo Candy Cane Cookies
Cookie Packed with Oreos, Chocolate Chips, and Candy Canes
If there’s one cookie that tastes like pure holiday cheer, it’s these Oreo Candy Cane Cookies. They’re soft, chewy, and packed with crushed Oreo cookies, melty chocolate, and bits of crunchy candy cane for the perfect sweet-and-minty combo.
These cookies are the ultimate Christmas bake — festive, nostalgic, and totally irresistible. The base dough is soft and buttery, and each bite has that cookies-and-cream flavor you love with a cool peppermint crunch that makes them feel extra special for the holidays.
They come together in one bowl, no chill time required, and bake up in just about 10 minutes. Easy, fun, and seriously delicious — these are the Christmas cookies everyone will be asking for again and again.
Why You’ll Love Oreo Candy Cane Cookies
Perfectly soft and chewy: The texture is classic — crisp on the edges, soft in the middle.
Festive and fun: Candy canes make them instantly Christmas-ready.
Cookies-and-cream meets peppermint: It’s the best of both worlds!
No chill time: Mix, scoop, and bake in under 30 minutes.
Crowd-pleaser: Loved by kids and adults alike — perfect for cookie exchanges, gifting, or cozy nights in.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Makes about 8–10 cookies (depending on size)
¼ cup butter, softened
⅓ cup sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar (adds chewiness and flavor)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons almond butter (or any nut/seed butter)
3 tablespoons nondairy milk
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¾ cup all-purpose flour (add 1–2 tablespoons more if dough is sticky)
⅓ cup crushed Oreo cookies (about 3–4 Oreos)
⅓ cup crushed candy canes (or peppermint candies)
½ cup chocolate chips (white, dark, or semi-sweet all work great)
Optional add-ins: mini marshmallows, chopped peppermint bark, or white chocolate chunks for extra holiday magic.
How to Make Oreo Candy Cane Cookies
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Cream the Wet Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the vegan butter, sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and almond butter until smooth and creamy. Add the nondairy milk and stir again until well combined.
Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients
Stir in the baking powder, baking soda, and flour until a soft dough forms. If the dough feels too sticky, add another tablespoon of flour.
Step 4: Fold in the Fun Stuff
Gently fold in the crushed Oreos, candy canes, and chocolate chips. Stir just enough to evenly distribute everything without overmixing.
Step 5: Scoop and Shape
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto your prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie. Flatten slightly with your hand or the back of a spoon.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges look set and the centers are soft. The cookies will firm up as they cool, so don’t overbake!
Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5–10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tips for Perfect Oreo Candy Cane Cookies
Crush gently: Leave some Oreo and candy cane pieces a little chunky for the best texture.
Use fresh candy canes: They’ll have the best crunch and flavor.
Customize your chips: Try white chocolate for a creamy peppermint bark vibe, or dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
Make them festive: Add a drizzle of melted chocolate and extra crushed candy cane on top after baking.
Double the batch: These cookies disappear fast — you’ll wish you made more!
How to Store
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you want them to stay extra soft, place a slice of bread in the container (it keeps moisture locked in).
To freeze, place cooled cookies in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving.
Why These Cookies Are Perfect for Christmas
Oreo Candy Cane Cookies are the perfect blend of festive flavors — peppermint, chocolate, and that classic cookies-and-cream goodness. They’re easy to make, look gorgeous on a cookie platter, and taste like pure holiday joy.
Whether you’re baking for a cookie swap, giving edible gifts, or just cozying up by the fire with a glass of almond milk, these cookies hit all the right notes.
They’re also super kid-friendly — everyone loves the colorful peppermint pieces and Oreo chunks baked right in.
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Final Thoughts
These Oreo Candy Cane Cookies combine everything you love about the holidays — rich chocolate, cool peppermint, and that perfect chewy cookie texture. They’re easy to make, perfectly festive, and guaranteed to impress at any Christmas gathering.
So grab your candy canes, crush up some Oreos, and make a batch of these cozy, minty cookies that taste like Christmas in every bite.
