Reindeer Cookies
Get into the holiday spirit with these adorable and festive Reindeer Cookies! Perfect for Christmas baking or as a fun winter treat, these cookies combine the buttery richness of a classic sugar cookie base with whimsical decorations crafted from mini pretzels for antlers, chocolate chips for eyes, and a bright red candy nose reminiscent of Rudolph himself. Simple to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is a delightful activity for families and kids. Each bite offers the perfect balance of crunchy, sweet, and salty, making these cookies as delicious as they are charming. Whether you’re impressing guests at a holiday party or gifting them to loved ones, these Reindeer Cookies are guaranteed to spread cheer and bring smiles to every face.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 24 pieces mini pretzels
- 48 pieces chocolate chips or candy drops
- 12 pieces red candy-coated chocolates (e.g., red M&Ms)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Cream together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, beating until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches of space between each one.
Gently press down on each ball to slightly flatten it.
Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown. The centers will appear soft but will set as they cool.
Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately add two mini pretzels at the top of each cookie for antlers.
Place two chocolate chips or candy drops below the pretzels for the eyes, and press one red candy-coated chocolate in the center for the nose.
Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
Serve your adorable reindeer cookies or store them in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3789 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.9 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.0 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 468 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 4410 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 627.6 g | 228% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 303.2 g | ||
| Protein | 50.1 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 21.9 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 841 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
