My girls and I made these adorable Oreo Apples as our Back to School Cookies this year and we had the best time! They’re not only delicious, but they are also quick, simple, and just plain fun to make—perfect for easing into that back-to-school groove. These little apple-shaped treats have become an instant favorite in our house. If you can crush cookies, roll a ball, and stick in a pretzel, you’re golden. It’s that easy.
I mean it, mamas! This is the kind of recipe even the craziest, busiest mama can pull off—especially in those hard parenting stages when you’re just trying to make it through the day. Let me just pause right here and say: I see you. You are doing a great job, even if it doesn’t always feel like it.
If I could give you one tip for starting back to school? Place a Walmart pickup order! You can check so many things off your list and all you have to do is add it to your cart and drive to Walmart. Don’t fight the crowds, pickup is everything for Crazy Busy Mamas.
Don’t know where to start? 🛒 I put together a collection of my favorite back to school items currently at Walmart! Everything from backpacks & school supplies, to lunchboxes and outfits!
Having girls is such a gift. I love being both a boy mom and a girl mom, but let’s be real—my boys aren’t exactly jumping at the chance to make apple-shaped Oreo balls with me. Now, eating them? Oh, they’re there in a flash. Usually right as the chocolate is still warm and gooey, magically appearing in the kitchen like they’ve been summoned by the smell alone. But that is with anything we make, not just back to school cookies!
But with my girls, the baking becomes a memory. We laugh, we make a mess, we talk about school and friends and Jesus—and somewhere in the middle of all that, we turn crushed cookies and melting chocolate into something sweet and meaningful. Meanwhile, the boys float in like it’s snack time at Costco and snag a few “samples” before heading back out the door. Honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way. I love getting to watch my kids live their lives and connecting with them in little ways while they are!
One of my absolute favorite ways to connect with my kids is in the kitchen. It might look like chaos—especially with little ones—but it’s the kind of chaos I treasure. If you’ve ever tried baking with toddlers, you know what I mean. You’ll end up with chocolate on the counter, sprinkles in someone’s hair, and probably a pretzel stem or two (*cough* or 8) on the floor. But you also get giggles, sticky hugs, and memories that stay long after the last treat is eaten.
They say you only get 18 summers with your kids, but those school years fly by even faster. It feels like just yesterday that Ella and Lily were toddlers trying to “help” stir the bowl, and now they are almost grown— and wise beyond their years. Both full of joy, and already being used by God in beautiful ways.
Ella has an empathic warmth about her that pulls people in and makes everyone feel not only welcome but extra ordinary! And Lily’s smile? It lights up every room, and her laugh is one of my favorite sounds in the world. Watching each of them grow into the woman God made her to be has been one of the greatest joys of my life.
So as school starts and life ramps back up, don’t wait for the perfect moment. Forget the idea of a spotless kitchen or Instagram-worthy treats. Instead, let go of perfection. Embrace the mess. Embrace the laughter. Embrace being flawsome. Just love Jesus, live for Jesus, and let everything else fall into place.
These Oreo Apple Treats aren’t just a cute snack. They’re connection. They’re tradition. They’re a reminder that the kitchen isn’t just a place to feed bellies—it’s a place to feed hearts. And after losing our Q last year, I’ve learned that sometimes the best healing moments happen right there—together, over something warm, sweet, and shared.
So let’s take a deep breath, grab some Oreos, and make a little magic in the kitchen.
So how did we make these Apple themed back to school cookies? Come to the kitchen and let’s get making these yummy back to school cookies!
Ingredients for Apple themed Back To School Cookies
How to make Apple themed Back To School Cookies: ingredients you need!
1 (14.3 oz) package Oreo cookies
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
Red candy melts
Mini pretzel sticks (for stems)
Green M&M’s or green candy (for leaves)
Parchment paper
Apple themed Back To School Cookies Video Tutorial
For those of you who would love a visual step-by-step tutorial here is one for you!
How to Make Apple themed Back To School Cookies
How to make Apple themed Back To School Cookies : a step by step guide
Crush the Oreos – Blend the entire package of Oreos into a fine crumb (use a food processor if possible).
Mix in Cream Cheese – Add softened cream cheese to the Oreo crumbs and mix until it forms a dough-like texture.
Form Balls – Use a measuring spoon or cookie scoop to keep them uniform in size. Roll into balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Chill – Set the tray in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up the balls.
Add Stems – Melt a small amount of red candy melts. Dip the tip of a mini pretzel into the chocolate and press into the top of each ball as the apple stem.
Coat with Red Chocolate – Melt the remaining red candy melts. Dip each chilled ball completely into the melted chocolate and place back on the parchment paper.
Add Leaves – While the coating is still wet, press a green M&M on top next to the pretzel to resemble a leaf.
Set & Serve – Let them chill again until the chocolate is set. Enjoy your adorable Oreo apple Back to school cookies!
Apple themed Back To School Cookies: SIDE IDEA
These back to school cookies would be so cute paired with my Pencil, Eraser & Notebook rice krispy treats! Or my Chalkboard S’mores Treats! Check out the ingredients here!
Crazy Busy Mama Tip
Place a Walmart pickup order! You can check so many things off your list and all you have to do is add it to your cart and drive to Walmart. Don’t fight the crowds, pickup is everything for Crazy Busy Mamas.
Don’t know where to start? 🛒 I put together a collection of my favorite back to school items currently at Walmart! Everything from backpacks & school supplies, to lunchboxes and outfits!
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More Easy Back to School Recipes
If you love this Apple themed Back To School Cookies Recipe, be sure to check out these other easy back to school recipes that will add fun and flavor to this season!
Pencil Eraser Back To School Treats
Back- to – School S’MORE Chalkboards: A Sweet Goodbye to Summer
Back to School Wafer Pencil Cookies
Easy Muffin Recipes for a Delicious Breakfast or On-the-Go Snack
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Oreo Apples – back to school cookies
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 14.3 oz package Oreo cookies
- 1 8 oz block cream cheese, softened
- Red candy melts
- Mini pretzel sticks for stems
- Green M&M’s or green candy for leaves
Instructions
- Crush the Oreos – Blend the entire package of Oreos into a fine crumb (use a food processor if possible).
- Mix in Cream Cheese – Add softened cream cheese to the Oreo crumbs and mix until it forms a dough-like texture.
- Form Balls – Use a measuring spoon or cookie scoop to keep them uniform in size. Roll into balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill – Set the tray in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up the balls. Add Stems – Melt a small amount of red candy melts. Dip the tip of a mini pretzel into the chocolate and press into the top of each ball as the apple stem. Coat with Red Chocolate – Melt the remaining red candy melts. Dip each chilled ball completely into the melted chocolate and place back on the parchment paper. Add Leaves – While the coating is still wet, press a green M&M on top next to the pretzel to resemble a leaf. Set & Serve – Let them chill again until the chocolate is set. Enjoy your adorable Oreo apple treats!
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So Cute…
Such a cute and easy idea for a first day of school treat for kids, friends, teachers, and neighbors.