Q1: What is the absolute, number one secret to a no-bake Oreo dough that is smooth and easy to roll?

The secret is to use room temperature, softened cream cheese . The softened cream cheese will blend beautifully and easily with the fine cookie crumbs to create a smooth, pliable, and non-crumbly dough that is a dream to roll out.

Q2: How do I make a marshmallow spiderweb that is stretchy and web-like, and not just a big, sticky mess?

There are two main secrets! First, and most importantly, you must let your melted marshmallows cool down for a minute or two after you have microwaved them. When they are very hot, they are just a sticky liquid. As they cool, they will become wonderfully stretchy and pliable . Second, it is absolutely essential to liberally spray your hands (or your food-safe gloves) with a nonstick cooking spray . This will prevent the marshmallow from sticking to your fingers and will allow you to stretch it into those beautiful, thin, web-like strands.

Q3: Can I make this Oreo roll ahead of time for a party?

Yes, this is a perfect make-ahead dessert! The best method is to prepare and chill the un-decorated Oreo roll and store it, tightly wrapped, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Then, on the day of your party, you can simply do the fun, final step of decorating it with the marshmallow web.

Q4: What is the best way to slice the chilled Oreo roll to get beautiful, clean, spiral slices?

For the absolute cleanest slices, it is a great idea to use a long, sharp, thin-bladed knife . It is also a fantastic trick to run the blade of the knife under hot water and then to wipe it dry between each slice.

Q5: Can I freeze this Oreo roll?

Yes! You can freeze the un-decorated Oreo roll beautifully. Simply wrap it very well in a double layer of plastic wrap and then a layer of foil. It will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator before you decorate and serve it.

No-Bake Halloween Oreo Roll (with Marshmallow Web!)

Halloween Oreo Roll (with Marshmallow Web!)

A festive, no-bake ‘Halloween Oreo Roll,’ perfect for a spooky party. This dessert features a soft, pliable ‘dough’ made from finely ground chocolate sandwich cookies and cream cheese. This is rolled into a rectangle and spread with a sweet buttercream filling made from the reserved cookie creme, butter, and confectioners’ sugar. The log is then rolled up and chilled until firm. For a fun Halloween decoration, orange-tinted marshmallows are melted and stretched over the finished roll to create a spooky web effect, which is then adorned with gummy spiders.

Author: Evelyn

Ingredients

1 (15-ounce) package double creme filled chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreo Double Stuf)
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 cups confectioners’ sugar
Kosher salt
6 ounces marshmallows (about 24)
Orange gel food coloring
Gummy spiders, for decorating

Instructions

Separate the cookies, scraping the creme filling into a small bowl and placing the chocolate cookie wafers into a food processor.
Pulse the cookie wafers until they are finely ground. Add the cream cheese and pulse until a dough forms. Add 1 tablespoon of milk if the mixture is too thick.
Transfer the dough to a large sheet of plastic wrap, cover with another sheet, and roll it out into a 9-by-12-inch rectangle.
Make the Filling: In the same food processor, combine the reserved creme filling and the room-temperature butter. Process until smooth. Add the confectioners’ sugar and a pinch of salt and process until smooth. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of milk and process until light and fluffy.
Assemble the Roll: Remove the top layer of plastic wrap from the dough. Spread the buttercream filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border on the far short side.
Using the bottom layer of plastic wrap to help, roll the dough away from you into a tight log. Wrap it tightly in the plastic and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or up to overnight, until firm.
Decorate: When ready to serve, unwrap the roll and place it on a platter.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the marshmallows and about 12 drops of orange food coloring. Microwave for about 1 minute, until the marshmallows lose their shape. Stir until evenly colored and let cool slightly.
Wearing disposable gloves, dip your fingers into the marshmallow mixture and stretch it between your hands to create thin, web-like strands. Stretch and wrap the marshmallow web around the entire roll.
While the web is still sticky, decorate it with gummy spiders. Let it stand for about 10 minutes until firm. Slice and serve.

Notes

This is a no-bake dessert that requires a food processor and significant chilling time.
Using the creme from the sandwich cookies as the base for the buttercream filling is a clever, no-waste technique.
The marshmallow web decoration is a fun, hands-on activity, but it’s sticky—wearing disposable gloves is highly recommended for easy cleanup.

Find it online: https://cookupjoy.com/halloween-oreo-roll/