Today on The Inspiration Edit we have a fantastic and fun Cat In The Hat Oreo Cookie treat. This is fun to make with or for the kids and I'm sure it will be a big hit on Dr Seuss Day.
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💖 Why This Recipe Works
- Whimsical & Delicious: These Oreo cookies are transformed into Cat in the Hat hats with white and red candy melts, graham cracker bases, and delightful decorations.
- Creative Fun: Perfect for Dr. Seuss Day, themed parties, or a playful baking session with kids.
- Customizable: Easily adjust the decorations to add your own flair or cater to dietary preferences.
🥚Ingredients for Your Oreo Cookies
- 12 regular Oreo cookies
- 3 graham cracker sleeves - broken along perforated lines (4 per sleeve-12 total)
- 12 oz bag Wilton bright white candy melts
- ¾ cup Wilton red candy melts
- 4 large white Airhead candies
- 24 small candy eyes
- 2 black licorice wheels - unroll each wheel and cut 24 (½ inch) pieces for 48 total
- Wilton black icing gel
- White icing gel
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🌈 Substitutions and Variations
- Graham Cracker Base: Replace Oreos with graham crackers for a different crunch.
- Marshmallow Hats: Use mini marshmallows dipped in red candy melts to create striped hats.
- Fruit Filling: Try strawberry or raspberry jam instead of the usual Oreo filling for a fruity twist.
🔪How to Make Cat in the Hat Oreo Cookies
Warm the white candy melts in a double boiler over medium heat.
Stir occasionally until melted and smooth. Transfer to a small microwave-safe bowl for easier handling.
Place 2 tablespoons of the melted white candy into each of the molds (12 total).
Place an Oreo cookie on top of the melted white chocolate.
Spoon additional melted chocolate on top of each Oreo, up to the fill line.
Set aside the remaining melted white chocolate for later use in step 10.
Chill for 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden.
Line a large baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.
Place the 12 graham cracker rectangles on the baking sheet.
Add the red candy melts to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 45 seconds. Stir until melted and smooth.
Dip each graham cracker into the melted red chocolate, covering each piece entirely.
Place back on the lined baking sheet to allow to harden.
Cut each large white Airhead candy into 12 thin strips- 48 total. (I used a kitchen shears).
Once the chocolate red 'hats' have hardened, apply a small amount of white icing gel to the back of three airhead strips.
Place the three strips on one hat, leaving space between each one. Repeat until all of the hats have three white stripes.
Gently pop the chilled Oreos out of their molds and place on the lined baking sheet.
Re-heat the leftover melted white candy (from step 4) in the microwave for 30-35 seconds.
Dip one side of the white Airhead strips into the melted chocolate and place them at the top of each Oreo for the brim of the hat.
The strip should be going across the top of each cookie, horizontally, about ½ inch from the top.
Apply about a teaspoon of melted white chocolate on top of each Oreo, above the newly-placed hat brim and place the red striped hat on top.
Hold in place for 15 seconds.
With the black icing gel, pipe 2 eyebrows onto each cookie, directly underneath the hat brim.
Apply a dab of white icing to the back of 2 candy eyes and place on each cookie, underneath the eyebrows.
Apply a dab of white icing to the back of four black licorice strips. Affix 2 strips on each side of the face for the whiskers.
Pipe a black nose in between the whiskers with the black icing gel.
Add a smile on each Oreo with the black icing gel.
ENJOY!!
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Melt your candy melts in a double boiler to get a smooth, lump-free coating.
- Add extra white stripes to the hats using thin strips of Airhead candies for a fun twist.
- Use a toothpick to add detailed features to the cat’s face with black icing gel for precision.
💭 FAQs
They're Oreo cookies dipped in white and red candy melts, stacked with graham crackers, and decorated with candy eyes, licorice whiskers, and icing to resemble the Cat in the Hat's face.
Melt white candy melts, pour into molds, place an Oreo on top, add more melted white chocolate, chill to set. Dip graham crackers in red candy melts, let harden. Assemble with Airhead strips, candy eyes, licorice whiskers, and pipe on facial features.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Absolutely! Swap out the Airhead strips for fondant, use different licorice for whiskers, or add a bow tie for extra flair.
💖 Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite treats to serve with Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat Oreo Cookies:
- Green Eggs and Ham Deviled Eggs: Classic deviled eggs with a green twist, perfect for adding fun to the snack table.
- Thing 1 and Thing 2 Fruit Kabobs: Skewer red and blue fruits like strawberries and blueberries for a colorful treat.
- Horton Hears a Who Popcorn: Popcorn tossed with pink strawberry-flavored powder for a sweet, crunchy side.
🍜 Cookies Made For Smiles
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Dr Seuss Cat in the Hat Oreo Cookies
Equipment
- 12 Regular Oreo Cookies
- Graham Cracker Sleeves - Broken Along Perforated Lines 4 Per Sleeve,12 Total
- Bag Wilton Bright White Candy Melts
Ingredients
- 12 Regular Oreo Cookies
- 3 Sleeves Graham Cracker - Broken Along Perforated Lines 4 Per Sleeve-12 Total
- 12 oz. Wilton Bright White Candy Melts
- ¾ Cup Wilton Red Candy Melts
- 4 Large White Airhead Candies
- 24 Small Candy Eyes
- 2 Black Licorice Wheels Unroll each wheel and cut 24 (½ inch) pieces for 48 total
- Wilton Black Icing Gel
- White Icing Gel
Instructions
- Warm the white candy melts in a double boiler over medium heat.
- Stir occasionally until melted and smooth. Transfer to a small microwave-safe bowl for easier handling.
- Place 2 tablespoons of the melted white candy into each of the molds (12 total).
- Place an Oreo cookie on top of the melted white chocolate.
- Spoon additional melted chocolate on top of each Oreo, up to the fill line. Set aside the remaining melted white chocolate for later use.
- Line a large baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.
- Place the 12 graham cracker rectangles on the baking sheet.
- Add the red candy melts to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 45 seconds. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Dip each graham cracker into the melted red chocolate, covering each piece entirely. Place back on the lined baking sheet to allow to harden.
- Cut each large white Airhead candy into 12 thin strips- 48 total. (I used a kitchen shears).
- Once the chocolate red 'hats' have hardened, apply a small amount of white icing gel to the back of three airhead strips.
- Place the three strips on one hat, leaving space between each one. Repeat until all of the hats have three white stripes.
- Gently pop the chilled Oreos out of their molds and place on the lined baking sheet.
- Re-heat the leftover melted white candy (from step 4) in the microwave for 30-35 seconds.
- Dip one side of the white Airhead strips into the melted chocolate and place them at the top of each Oreo for the brim of the hat. The strip should be going across the top of each cookie, horizontally, about ½ inch from the top.
- Apply about a teaspoon of melted white chocolate on top of each Oreo, above the newly-placed hat brim and place the red striped hat on top. Hold in place for 15 seconds.
- With the black icing gel, pipe 2 eyebrows onto each cookie, directly underneath the hat brim.
- Apply a dab of white icing to the back of 2 candy eyes and place on each cookie, underneath the eyebrows.
- Apply a dab of white icing to the back of four black licorice strips. Affix 2 strips on each side of the face for the whiskers.
- Pipe a black nose in between the whiskers with the black icing gel.
- Add a smile on each Oreo with the black icing gel. Enjoy!
Notes
- Melt your candy melts in a double boiler to get a smooth, lump-free coating.
- Add extra white stripes to the hats using thin strips of Airhead candies for a fun twist.
- Use a toothpick to add detailed features to the cat’s face with black icing gel for precision.
These are super cute, and seem like they are doable for someone like me that isn't much of a baker!
Yes they are simple and making them with kids means it doesn't matter how they turn out as it's the process not the end product which counts.
Oh I love this!! Definitely bookmarking for the future to have a cat in the hat themed afternoon!!
oh very cool. I bet it will be fun!
So cute and perfect for Dr. Seuss day!
oh thanks. I really loved this.
Love these cookies! Might save the recipe for a rainy day where we can stay in and bake these delicious things!
Hugs,
Dayana
These are so cool! My son would love to make them. I wish he was a little older though lol. To avoid a big old mess!
Thankyou. Glad you like them.