Polar Bear Cookies

These Polar Bear Cookies are adorable and so easy to make! Oreo cookies decorated to look like sweet polar bears make the perfect winter or holiday treat. Fun for kids to craft and everyone to enjoy. Make them, along with a visit to the zoo to see a real polar bear, if you are lucky enough to have one locally.

If you would like another winter edible craft, try our fun Snowman Cake Pops or our Melted Marshmallow Snowman that is perfect for a hot cocoa topper.

Recipe adapted from Everyday Dishes.

Aren’t they adorable? You don’t have to make many of these to liven up your day. They are pretty sweet anyway, so the kids will be after them for sure. The recipe makes 12, which I think is just the right amount. 

What are the Ingredients for Polar Bear Cookies?

How to Make These Polar Bear Cookies

Lay out a sheet of parchment or wax paper to lay the cookies on once dipped.

Choose lighter coloured candy coated chocolates for the ears and fun brighter, blue, brown, red and purple for the noses.

Select 12 nice looking white candy melts for the muzzle and set aside. Melt the rest of the package.

Slide the “ears” into place between the cookies, into the filling, and dip the cookies in the melted white candy. Using a fork, lift the cookie out and gently bang the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Lay the cookie on the parchment.

Place the candy melt on as the muzzle and press in gently to form a ridge around the muzzle. Paint a small amount of the white chocolate candy melts onto the “nose” and place it higher up on the muzzle.

When the cookies are dried, use the black icing to dot on the eyes. Let dry completely before storing in a sealed container.

Recipe Pro Tips

Tips for Making the Best Polar Bear Cookies

1. Choose a Solid Cookie Base

• Sandwich cookies, shortbread, or cereal treats work best.
• Avoid crumbly cookies — you want a sturdy “bear face.”

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2. Use Candy Melts (Not Just Chocolate)

• White candy melts set firmer and smoother than white chocolate chips.
• If using white chocolate, add ½ tsp coconut oil per cup to thin.

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3. Dip, Don’t Dunk

• Spoon melted coating over the cookie or dip halfway.
• Let excess drip off to avoid thick, uneven coats.

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4. Add the Face While It’s Wet

• Place the muzzle immediately after coating.
• Once the coating sets, candy won’t stick.

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5. Keep Decorations Simple

• Icing for eyes
• Brown M&M or get creative with color = nose
• Mini marshmallows or candy coated chocolate = ears
  Simple = cuter (and faster).

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6. Use Parchment Paper

• Prevents sticking and makes cleanup easy.
• Slide the whole sheet into the fridge if needed.

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7. Chill Briefly, Not Too Long

• 10–15 minutes in the fridge is perfect.
• Too long = condensation when they come out.

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8. Work in Small Batches

• Melt small amounts so the coating doesn’t thicken before you’re done.
• Rewarm gently in short bursts if needed.

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9. Kid-Friendly Assembly Trick

• Let adults handle dipping.
• Let kids add faces — fun, less mess, and adorable results.

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10. Storage Tip

• Store in a cool, dry place in a single layer.
• If stacking, separate with parchment.

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Polar Bear Cookies Recipe

Tara Noland

No-Bake Polar Bear Cookies are cute, kid-friendly cookies made without an oven, using a simple cookie base and decorated with white chocolate and candy details to resemble polar bears. They’re a fun, festive winter treat perfect for holidays, classroom parties, and easy baking days.

4.47 from 67 votes

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12 cookies

Calories 275 kcal

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Ingredients

 

• 12 double stuffed sandwich cookies
• 36 different coloured candy coated chocolates
• 16 oz. bag white candy melts
• 1 tube black icing

Instructions

 

• Lay out a sheet of parchment or wax paper to lay the cookies on once dipped.
• Choose lighter coloured candy coated chocolates for the ears and fun brighter, blue, brown, red and purple for the noses.
• Select 12 nice looking white candy melts for the muzzle and set aside. Melt the rest of the package.
• Slide the "ears" into place in between the cookies, into the filling, and dip the cookies in the melted white candy. Using a fork, lift the cookie out and gently bang the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Lay the cookie on the parchment. Place the candy melt on as the muzzle and press in gently to form a ridge around the muzzle. Paint a small amount of the white chocolate candy melts onto the "nose" and place it higher up on the muzzle. When the cookies are dried, use the black icing to dot on the eyes. Let dry completely before storing in a sealed container.

Equipment

OREO Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, Original Flavor, 1 Resealable Family Size Pack

Wilton White Candy Melts® Candy, 12 oz.

M&M Milk Chocolate Candy – Bulk – 2 Lb.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 83mgPotassium: 136mgFiber: 1gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 81mgIron: 2mg

Nutrition calculation is an estimation only. If you need nutritional calculations for medical reasons, please use a source that you trust.

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