Oreo Turkeys are the perfect fun treat to make during the holiday season! Plus, they’re absolutely adorable and sure to be a hit with kids of all ages.
A few simple ingredients and a little bit of time is all you need!
And they’re a great way to keep the kids busy while the adults prepare Thanksgiving dinner!
Let’s get ready to make some delicious, cute little turkey cookies!
This is a great activity to keep the kids entertained while you’re busy in the kitchen.
The Oreo turkey cookies look adorable and make a perfect treat for Thanksgiving.
You probably have most of the ingredients already, and they’re easy to find at your local grocery store.
And these turkey Oreo cookies come together in no tim!.
They’re perfect for classroom parties or Thanksgiving celebrations with the family.
What Ingredients Are in Oreo Turkeys?
Oreo cookie turkeys are so much fun!
Here’s what you’ll need to make these darling turkeys:
- Oreo: The base of your turkey.
- Cherry: This adds a cute turkey body with a hidden surprise.
- Corn Candies: These act as the turkey feathers and beak.
- Red Hots: For those bright little turkey eyes.
- Frosting (any flavor): Helps hold everything together!
Pro Tips:
- I use regular stuff but double-stuffed Oreos would work too.
- Cover the whole table with parchment paper and let the kids get to work!
How to Make Oreo Turkeys
These Thanksgiving turkey Oreo cookies have the cutest candy corn feathers!
The whole Oreo turkeys recipe can be found below but here’s what you need to know:
- Separate the Oreo cookie.
- Frost and put candy corn pieces on top to form the turkey feathers.
- Spread a small amount of frosting on the other Oreo half.
- Put on cherry.
- Use frosting to attach the eyes and beak.
- Add two candy corn tips for feet and your little Oreo Turkey is ready!
Pro Tip: For the eyes, you can use Red Hots or candy eyes.
What Do You Use for Eyes on an Oreo Turkey?
You can use a couple of different things for the Thanksgiving turkeys eyes.
Red Hots, candy eyes are you easiest options I think.
You could also do a small dot of white frosting with a dab of red food coloring.
Or red frosting or red icing. Just make sure to keep it small.
You don’t want giant gloopy eyes on the turkey face.
Why Do You Use a Cordial Cherry in Oreo Turkeys?
The cordial cherry gives the easy turkey cookies such a cute and fun body!
Plus I like that it’s a little different.
And it adds a little different texture and flavor to these festive treats.
It’ll also make your turkey stand up tall.
Boom! Instant adorable, rounded shape!
Can I Use Something Other Than a Cordial Cherry in Oreo Turkeys?
Absolutely you could use something else for these cute turkeys!
You can substitute the cordial cherry with a peanut butter cup, malted milk ball, or even a mini Oreo for the turkey body.
Just make sure it’s something round and sweet to keep the turkey shape intact.
How to Store Oreo Turkeys?
These simple Oreo turkeys can be stored in an airtight container.
You can keep them at room temperature for up to 3 days.
If you want them to last a bit longer, you can place them in the fridge.
But be sure to bring them back to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and texture.
Can You Freeze Oreo Turkeys?
Yes, you can freeze these easy Oreo turkey cookies but I don’t really recommend it.
Freezing will change the texture of the Oreo and candy corn.
If you do freeze them, store them in an airtight container,
Then definitely let them thaw before serving.
Are Oreo Turkeys Healthy?
These cute Oreo turkey cookies definitely fall in the dessert category!
They are much more of a fun treat than a healthy snack.
I mean all that sugary deliciousness?
Oreo cookies, candy corn, and frosting?
They’re yummy but not exactly healthy!
But as part of your Thanksgiving holidays? Eat them up!
Isn’t that what the holidays are for?
When to Serve Oreo Turkeys?
These simple turkey cookies are the perfect treat to serve during the holiday season.
Especially for Thanksgiving!
They’re great for keeping the kids entertained while you cook! Which is a huge score!
And they’re also a hit at classroom parties or Thanksgiving dinner!
You’ll definitely be the favorite if you bring the stuff to make these!
What to Serve with Oreo Turkeys?
You can serve these adorable turkeys all your other holiday desserts!
And they make adorable table decorations for your Thanksgiving dinner too!
Here are some great ideas:
- Easy Chocolate Pie
- Pistachio Fruit Salad
- Cranberry Apple Crisp with Rolled Oats
- Pumpkin Squares
- Lime Chiffon Pie
- Rice Krispie Pumpkins
- Pear Pie Recipe
- Cranberry Eggnog Bread
Are Oreo Turkeys Gluten-Free?
Regular Oreos are not gluten-free.
But you can easily make this recipe gluten-free by using gluten-free Oreo cookies.
You can usually find those at most grocery stores.
Though sometimes you need to look a little bit before you find them.
Make sure to double-check all other ingredients too.
Sometimes gluten is hiding in the strangest places!
Additional Oreo Treats You’ll Love…
- Oreo Buttercream Frosting
- Oreo Cupcakes with Filling
- Mint Chocolate Covered Oreos
- Oreo Fudge
- Valentine Oreo Truffles
- Oreo Pie Crust
- Oreo Rice Krispie Treats
Oreo turkeys are a must make with the kids on Thanksgiving. Use them for place card holder or just to nibble on. These fun and festive treats will help bring the holiday spirit into your home this Thanksgiving holiday!
Oreo Turkeys with a Heart
These adorable Oreo Turkeys are the perfect Thanksgiving treat to make with the kids! They’re easy to assemble, super fun and delicious!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cut the yellow ends off two candy corn, set aside.
- Cut the white tip off of 1 of the above candy corn, set aside.
- Twist Oreo apart.
- Pipe or spread frosting onto entire inside of one side of Oreo.
- Place 5 candy corns, white tip down onto Oreo to create feathers.
- Pipe or spread small dime size dollop of frosting onto one side of other Oreo piece.
- Gently place Cordial Cherry onto dollop.
- Place a small amount of extra frosting to the back side of cherry and press tail feathers onto cherry. You may need to re-secure feathers as they may loosen.
- Gently place a small dot of icing onto front of turkey for two eyes and beak.
- Place eyes and beak onto turkey.
- Add a small dot of frosting to each foot and stick to turkey.
- Devour immediately or set aside. These last up to 3 days in a sealed container or fridge.
Photos & Text Updated: November 11, 2024