As the Halloween spirit starts to sweep through Lagos, bringing with it a buzz of excitement and plans for festive gatherings, I find myself drawn to treats that are all about fun and simplicity. While we may not have the autumn chill, the desire for spooky, delicious snacks is universal! This year, I’m all about a no-bake hero that’s guaranteed to be a hit with everyone: Fun & Easy Halloween Oreo Mummy Pops.
Imagine your favourite chocolate sandwich cookie, transformed into an adorable, bandaged mummy peeking out from its wrappings. These pops are the perfect combination of crunchy, creamy, and sweet, all wrapped up in a delightful Halloween costume. They require absolutely no baking and are so easy to assemble that you can turn your kitchen into a fun mummy-making workshop for the whole family. Let’s get wrapping and create a treat that’s monstrously cute and devilishly delicious!
Why You’ll Love These Oreo Mummy Pops
Absolutely No Baking Required: Keep your kitchen cool! This is a simple assembly-only treat that’s perfect for a warm afternoon.
Minimal Ingredients: You only need a handful of simple items to create these impressive-looking pops.
A Perfect Kid-Friendly Activity: From dipping to decorating, this is a fantastic project for little hands to get involved in the Halloween fun.
Incredibly Cute & Festive: These little mummies are guaranteed to be the star of any Halloween party, bake sale, or snack platter.
Classic Cookies & Cream Flavor: The beloved taste of Oreos and white chocolate is a combination no one can resist.
Ingredients for Your Mummy Crew
Gather these simple supplies to bring your mummy pops to life.
Oreo Cookies: The classic chocolate sandwich cookie is perfect. Double Stuf Oreos work exceptionally well as the extra creme filling helps secure the stick.
White Candy Melts: These are designed to melt smoothly and set firmly, making them ideal for dipping. Substitution: Good quality white chocolate chips can be used, but you may need to add a teaspoon of coconut oil or vegetable shortening to help them melt to a smoother, thinner consistency.
Candy Eyeballs: These are essential for giving your mummies their adorable, peeking personality!
Lollipop Sticks: 4-inch or 6-inch sticks work perfectly. You can find these at most baking supply stores.
How to Make Halloween Oreo Mummy Pops
1. Prepare Your Oreos: This is the most delicate step! Carefully twist open an Oreo cookie. Dip the tip of a lollipop stick into a little bit of the melted white chocolate (we'll melt it in the next step) and press it gently into the creme filling of one half. Place the other half of the cookie back on top and press gently to seal. The melted chocolate acts as a strong glue. Lay the prepared Oreos on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2. Chill the Pops: Place the baking sheet with the Oreo pops into the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes. Chilling the cookies helps them firm up, so they are less likely to fall off the stick during dipping.
3. Melt the Candy Coating: While the Oreos are chilling, place your white candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring between each interval until the melts are smooth and completely melted. Be careful not to overheat, as this can cause the chocolate to seize.
4. Dip the Mummies: Take the chilled Oreo pops from the fridge. Dip one pop into the melted white candy, using a spoon to help coat it completely. Gently tap the stick against the side of the bowl to allow any excess coating to drip off.
5. Add the Eyes & Let Set: Place the coated pop back on the parchment paper. While the coating is still wet, press two candy eyeballs into place. Repeat with the remaining pops. Let them set at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes, or until the white coating is firm to the touch.
6. Create the Mummy Bandages: Re-warm your leftover white candy if needed. Spoon it into a small ziplock bag or a piping bag. Snip a tiny corner off the bag. Drizzle the white candy back and forth over the pops, leaving the eyes peeking out, to create the look of mummy bandages.
7. Final Set: Let the pops sit at room temperature for another 10-15 minutes until the drizzled bandages have fully hardened.
Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
Make-Ahead: These are the perfect make-ahead treat! You can prepare them up to 3 days in advance.
Storage: Store the finished mummy pops in a single layer in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Given the warm climate here in Lagos, a pantry or cupboard away from any heat source is ideal. Avoid the refrigerator unless absolutely necessary, as it can cause condensation, which makes the chocolate feel tacky.
Spooky Variations
Monster Mummies: Use green, purple, or orange candy melts for a colourful monster mash!
Dark Chocolate Mummies: Swap the white candy melts for dark or semi-sweet chocolate for a different flavour profile.
Ghost Pops: Simply dip the Oreo pop in white candy, add two candy eyeballs for a face (or use black icing to draw eyes and a mouth), and leave off the bandage drizzle for a simple ghost look.
Nutty Mummies: Use Nutter Butter cookies instead of Oreos for a delicious peanut butter twist.
Expert Tips for Perfect Pops
The Twist and Push: The gentlest way to insert the sticks is to twist an Oreo open rather than trying to pull it apart. The creme filling will usually stick to one side.
Don't Skip the Chill: Chilling the Oreos after inserting the sticks is the secret to preventing them from breaking or falling off during the dipping process.
The Right Dipping Vessel: Use a tall, narrow glass or mug for your melted candy. This allows you to dip the Oreo pop deeply without having to use an excessive amount of melts.
Quick Drizzle: When making the bandages, move your hand quickly back and forth for thin, neat lines. A slower drizzle will result in thick, heavy lines.
Oreo Mummy Pop FAQs
My Oreos keep breaking when I try to insert the lollipop stick. What am I doing wrong? This is a very common problem! The key is to open the cookie first, lay the stick in the creme, and use a dot of melted chocolate as glue before sandwiching it back together. Trying to force a stick into a closed cookie will almost always result in a break.
Can I use regular white chocolate chips instead of candy melts? You can, but white chocolate chips have stabilizers that prevent them from melting as thinly as candy melts. To fix this, add about 1 teaspoon of coconut oil or vegetable shortening per 1 cup of chips. This will help it become smoother and better for dipping.
How do I keep my pops from melting in a warm climate like Lagos? Candy melts are generally more stable in warmth than pure chocolate. However, to be safe, always store them in the coolest, driest part of your home, away from direct sunlight. If you're serving them at an outdoor party, keep them in a cool spot until just before guests arrive.
What's another way to make the mummy "bandages"? If you don't want to use a piping bag, you can simply use a fork! Dip the tines of the fork into the melted white candy and quickly flick it back and forth over the set Oreo pops to create thin, bandage-like lines.