Easter Bark (Easy No-Bake Candy)

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This Oreo Easter bark is a quick treat you can make in minutes. You only need three ingredients: Oreos, white chocolate chips, and pastel M&M’s. It’s simple, easy, and always a hit with the family.

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This Oreo Easter Bark is one of those recipes I’ve been making for years, and it never gets old. It’s simple, it’s fast, and it’s the kind of treat the family looks forward to. And now that we don’t have Easter egg hunts, we still want Easter candy.

I love sharing my favorite recipes that are not only downright delicious but also so easy that anyone can make them, and that’s exactly what this Oreo Easter Bark is.

For me, this simple Easter dessert isn’t just another recipe; it’s a highly anticipated tradition. This is the recipe the kids helped me make for years, and now, the grown-up girls still ask for it.

I don’t chop the Oreos for this one. I lay them out whole and spread melted white chocolate right over the top, which gives you bigger bites and that classic cookies-and-cream crunch in every piece.

I’ve got a bit of a sweet tooth, so I’m always making easy holiday treats like Valentine’s Day FudgeSaltine Cracker Candy, and Christmas Cream Cheese Mints. Got extra Oreos after making this bark? Use them to make these Easter Dirt Cake Cups, so you’ll have two easy no-bake desserts ready to go.

I’ve got a bit of a sweet tooth, so I’m always making easy holiday treats like Valentine’s Day Fudge, Saltine Cracker Candy, and Christmas Cream Cheese Mints. And if you end up with extra Oreos after making this bark, use them to make these Easter Dirt Cake Cups so you’ll have two easy no-bake desserts ready to go.

And if you love Oreo, don’t miss these Chocolate Covered Ice Cream Bites.

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  • Type of recipe: No-bake Easter candy
  • Cooking method: Stovetop
  • Skill level: Beginner
  • Flavors & textures: Sweet, creamy chocolate with crunchy Oreo pieces and M&M’s
  • Occasions: Easter baskets, spring parties, quick treats, make-ahead sweets

What Makes This So Easy

This Oreo Easter bark keeps things simple, which is exactly why it turns out so well. There’s no chopping or mixing, just twist the cookies apart, lay them out, and spread the melted white chocolate right over the top. Work from the center and push the chocolate out toward the edges so it covers the cookies evenly.

Using whole cookie halves gives you bigger bites and a better texture, and it also helps the bark break clean once it sets. You’re not dealing with crumbs or uneven pieces, so every bite has the cookies and cream crunch.

I use white chocolate chips here, and they work just fine because you’re spreading the chocolate over the cookies rather than trying to pour and level a thick layer. Melt them slowly, stirring well until smooth, and spread right away while the chocolate is still warm.

Easter Bark Ingredients

You only need three simple ingredients, and you probably already have them on hand.

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  • Oreo Cookies – I use the classic chocolate Oreos for this recipe, but feel free to use any other flavors or brands.
  • White Chocolate Chips – I prefer the good quality of either Ghirardelli or Guittard white chocolate chips because they melt easily and provide a nice creamy base that also tastes delicious. You can also use their white chocolate bars.
  • M&M’s – Look for the Pastel M&M’s for a pretty pop of Easter color; they add a nice crunchy texture.

Tip – I use white chocolate chips for this recipe, and they work just fine here because you’re spreading them over the cookies instead of trying to make a smooth candy layer. Just melt slowly and stir well so the chocolate stays smooth.

How To Make White Chocolate Oreo Bark

The preparation couldn’t be easier; seriously, just 10 minutes is all it takes. But, you gotta let it CHILL!

  • Lay out: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Twist the cookies apart: I scrape off the cream filling. Lay the cookies on the parchment paper. I did six cookies down and four cookies across. NOTE: Removing the filling helps the bark set up firmer and keeps the bottom from getting stuck on the parchment paper. Scraping off the filling might feel like an extra step, but it makes a big difference in how clean and easy this bark is to handle.
  • Melt: Add the white chocolate chips to a small bowl and microwave them in 30-second intervals until melted.
  • Spread: Stir the white chocolate until smooth, then spread it on the cookies. Start in the middle and smooth to the edges.
  • Sprinkle: Top the white chocolate with the M&M’s.
  • Chill: Place the cookie sheet in the fridge for an hour to firm up the bark. Or set it on the countertop to set (this may take several hours).
  • Break: Once the bark is set, break it into pieces. You can break it with your hands or use a sharp knife to cut it into pieces.
Oreo cookies on a baking sheet.
Set out the cookies
A person using a spoon to spread white chocolate over Oreo cookies on a baking sheet.
Spread with melted white chocolate
White chocolate with colorful candies on a baking sheet.
Top with M&M’s

Storage and Gifting

Storing Oreo Bark – Once you break the bark into small pieces, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. To freeze the bark, place it in an airtight freezer container for up to 6 months.

Gifting the bark – Make this bark a festive gift. Wrap the candy in cellophane bags with pretty ribbons or festive candy tins.

Easter bark with colorful eggs on a white plate.

Getting the Kids Involved

I always enjoy kid-friendly recipes, and this candy recipe is ideal for them. Get the kids involved by having them arrange the cookies. Once you’ve coated them with white chocolate, let the kids sprinkle on the M&Ms. I’m certain there will be laughter as they sneak a few candy pieces. It’s all about making memories.

Make This Candy Your Way

This Oreo bark is so versatile, and you can change it up in fun ways

  • Add Easter sprinkles along the M&M’s.
  • Use different types of sandwich cookies, like the golden Oreos.
  • Add some crushed Oreos on top, along with the candies.
  • You can make candy bark for any holiday season or event. Just add different colors of candies on top. It’s that easy.
  • Add a small amount of flavoring oil to the white chocolate, like mint or raspberry.

More Fun Easter Treats To Make

This candy is a tradition now, and it never fails to add that special touch to our holiday. Try slipping pieces into Easter baskets or laying them out on the table. This treat always seems to be the first to disappear. It’s something so good that everyone wants just one more piece.

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Recipe

White chocolate easter bark on a plate with colorful easter eggs.

Easter Oreo Candy

Jere’ Cassidy
Oreo Easter Bark is a delightful sweet treat perfect for filling Easter baskets and giving as gifts. Made with three ingredients, this confection takes just 10 minutes to put together for creamy and crunchy candy that everyone loves.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Chill time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 11 minutes
Course Dessert, Candy
Cuisine American Dessert
Servings 15
Calories 343 kcal

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • This candy bark will need at least an hour of chill time before it is ready to eat.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Twist the Oreo cookies apart into two halves and scrape the cream filling off. Arrange the cookies on the parchment-lined baking sheet. I arrange mine 6 cookies down by 4 cookies across.
  • Add the white chocolate chips to a microwave-safe bowl, and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each heating session, until fully melted. Immediately pour the melted chocolate over cookies, slowly, starting in the middle, and moving to the sides. Use the spoon to help spread it across all of the cookies.
  • Immediately top with M&Ms.
  • Transfer the entire pan to the refrigerator, and chill for one hour. Or, you can leave the Oreo bark on the count for at least two hours to firm up.
  • When the white chocolate is firm, cut the bark into small pieces.

Notes

I find the Ghirardelli or Guittard white chocolate chips are the best tasting and they melt easily.
You can change the color of the M&Ms to whatever you like to make for other holidays or events.
Another fun touch is to add sprinkles on top.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 343kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 93mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 37gVitamin A: 39IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 101mgIron: 2mg
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First published: Jan. 25, 2025. Last updated: April 2, 2026, for better readability.

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