Salted Caramel Chocolate-Covered Oreos

Chocolate-covered Oreos with a layer of caramel and coarse salt on top!

I picked up a package of chocolate-covered caramel Oreos at TJ Maxx the other day and flipped because they were so good. I had to recreate them, and I have to say that these are even better. These Salted Caramel Chocolate-Covered Oreos have a thin layer of soft caramel between the cookie and milk chocolate, then a little coarse salt goes right on top. You get chocolate, caramel, crunch, and salt all in one bite. It won’t take long to see why I find these absolutely irresistible.

Flavor Profile

These have rich chocolate flavor from the Oreo and milk chocolate coating, with buttery caramel adding a soft, chewy layer. The coarse salt cuts through the sweetness and gives each bite that sweet-and-salty finish. The Oreo in the center keeps everything crunchy, so you get a mix of crisp, creamy, chewy, and smooth textures.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Chocolate-covered Oreos get an extra layer of buttery caramel in every bite.
• The coarse salt balances the milk chocolate and keeps the cookies from tasting overly sweet.
• You get a really good mix of crunchy Oreo, soft caramel, and smooth chocolate.
• The caramel can go on either side of the Oreo, so you can choose the dipping method you like best.

The Twist

The caramel layer is the twist here. Instead of dipping a plain Oreo directly into chocolate, each cookie gets a thin swirl of caramel first, adding a soft, chewy center between the crisp cookie and smooth chocolate shell.

Ingredient Highlights

• Kraft caramels: Melt these slowly with a small amount of heavy cream so they stay smooth and spreadable.
• Heavy cream: Just a little helps loosen the caramel without making it too thin.
• Oreos: Regular Oreo cookies work perfectly and hold up well when dipped.
• Milk chocolate melting wafers: Ghirardelli melting wafers give the cookies a smooth chocolate coating without needing to temper chocolate.
• Coarse salt: A small pinch is all you need to balance the caramel and chocolate.

Salted Caramel Chocolate-Covered Oreos

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Makes about 16–18 cookies

• Author: Taryn Camp

Ingredients

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• ½ of an 11-ounce package Kraft caramels
• ½–1 tablespoon heavy cream
• 16–18 Oreo cookies
• 1 bag Ghirardelli milk chocolate melting wafers
• Coarse salt

Instructions

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Place the caramels and ½ tablespoon heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in short intervals, stirring between each, until the caramel is melted and smooth. Do not overheat. If needed, stir in another ½ tablespoon heavy cream to loosen the caramel.
3. Spoon a thin swirl of caramel onto the top of each Oreo. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and let the caramel set completely.
4. Melt the chocolate wafers according to the package directions.
5. Using a fork, dip one Oreo at a time into the melted chocolate, coating it completely. Gently tap the fork against the side of the bowl to remove the excess chocolate.
6. Transfer the cookie back to the parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle the top with a small pinch of coarse salt while the chocolate is still wet.
7. Repeat with the remaining cookies, then let the chocolate set completely before serving.

Notes

A little dipping tip

When dipping, you can keep the caramel side facing up. This makes the Oreo easier to slide off the fork and onto the baking sheet.

Or, dip it with the caramel side facing down so the caramel ends up underneath the cookie. I prefer the way they taste this way because you get the caramel right along with the chocolate when you bite into it, but they are a little trickier to remove from the fork.

FAQ

Can I use a different type of chocolate?

Yes. Dark chocolate or white chocolate melting wafers will work too, but milk chocolate gives these a classic chocolate-caramel flavor.

How much caramel should I put on each Oreo?

Keep it fairly thin. You want enough to taste the caramel without adding so much that it runs off the cookie when you dip it.

Why does the caramel need to set before dipping?

Letting it firm up helps keep the caramel in place once the Oreo goes into the warm melted chocolate.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes. Once the chocolate has completely set, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.

Do I have to use coarse salt?

No, but it makes a big difference in the flavor. Just a small pinch helps balance the sweetness of the milk chocolate and caramel.

Sprinkle of Fun

Make a batch to keep around as a little pick-me-up treat throughout the week. They’re perfect for those afternoons when you want something sweet with just enough salt to make it extra good.