Adorable Christmas Reindeer Cookies Recipe

Reindeer cookies are so adorable they will impress your friends as the cutest Christmas cookies ever! This super cute reindeer cookies recipe not only look fantastic, but they taste amazing too! With their soft, delicious peanut butter base, our christmas reindeer cookies are the perfect treat for kids this December.

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I have to shout out my friend Sara for introducing me to these adorable Reindeer Cookies! Back when my kids were little, we did a fun holiday cookie swap with a group of moms, and Sara’s cookies stole the show. They looked time-consuming, but she assured me they were super easy to make!

Now, every year, my kids eagerly request these delightful peanut butter reindeer cookies. They’re the perfect blend of fun and flavor, and they always look so cute on my holiday cookie tray! If you want to impress your kids (and their friends!) this Christmas season, give this festive Christmas cookie recipe a try!

Looking for more yummy cookie recipes? Try these holiday treats: melt-in-your-mouth snowball cookie recipe, soft gingerbread cookie recipe for kids, and these beautiful candy cane cookies.

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All you need to whip up these yummy Christmas reindeer are a few simple ingredients:

• shortening (Crisco or butter)
• brown sugar
• creamy peanut butter
• milk
• vanilla extract
• egg
• all-purpose flour
• baking soda
• salt
• mini-chocolate covered pretzel twists (for antlers)
• M&M chocolate candy (red – for nose)
• chocolate chips (for eyes)

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Preheat your oven to 375°F and get ready to bake! Start by lining your cookie sheets with parchment paper for easy clean-up.

In a mixing bowl, combine shortening, sugar, peanut butter, milk, and vanilla extract, blending until the mixture is nice and creamy. Then, add in an egg and mix until fully incorporated.

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Next, gently fold in the baking soda, salt, and flour until everything is well combined.

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For perfectly even sized cookies, grab a cookie scoop and portion out 1-inch cookie balls. Place them 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet for even baking.

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Gently press down on the cookie with your hand to flatten it slightly. Next, pinch the bottom half to create the perfect shape for a reindeer face.

Bake each cookie sheet for about 8 minutes for delicious results!

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While the cookies are baking, take a moment to gather all your decorations. You’ll want to be ready to go once those cookies come out of the oven, as it’s a bit of a whirlwind!

Once your cookies are perfectly baked and still warm, it’s time to add the finishing touches. Here’s how:

• Noses: Use red M&M’s, placing them logo-side down.
• Eyes: Add chocolate chips with the pointy side facing up
• Antlers: Carefully place chocolate pretzels on top. Remember, these can be a little tricky since they’re quite heavy. Make sure to position them closer to the center of the cookie for a secure fit. Gently press down to hold them in place.

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HINT: If you can’t track down the mini chocolate-covered pretzels, no worries! Just grab the larger ones and snap them in half. They may resemble antlers a bit more, but it’ll take a little extra effort to break them carefully.

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Allow your cookies to finish cooling completely before storing in an airtight container for up to a week.

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Adorable Christmas Reindeer Cookies Recipe

Beth Gorden

Get ready to impress your friends with the most adorable Christmas cookies ever! This super cute reindeer cookies recipe not only look fantastic, but they taste amazing too! With their soft, delicious peanut butter base, our Christmas Reindeer Cookies are the perfect treat for kids this December. Spread some holiday cheer with these festive delights

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Course christmas, cookie, cookies, Dessert

Cuisine christmas, christmas cookies, cookie recipes, cookies

Servings 3 dozen

Ingredients

  

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• 1/2 cup shortening Crisco or softened butter
• 1 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
• 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 3 Tablespoons milk
• 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 1 3/4 cup all pupose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 72 mini chocolate covered pretzel twists
• 36 red M&M
• 72 chocolate chips

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 375°F and get ready to bake! Start by lining your cookie sheets with parchment paper for easy clean-up.
• In a mixing bowl, combine shortening, sugar, peanut butter, milk, and vanilla extract, blending until the mixture is nice and creamy. Then, add in an egg and mix until fully incorporated
• Next, gently fold in the baking soda, salt, and flour until everything is well combined
• For perfectly even sized cookies, grab a cookie scoop and portion out 1-inch cookie balls. Place them 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet for even baking
• Gently press down on the cookie with your hand to flatten it slightly. Next, pinch the bottom half to create the perfect shape for a reindeer face.
• Bake each cookie sheet for about 8 minutes for delicious results
• While the cookies are baking, gather your decorations for a smooth finish! Once the cookies are warm, here’s how to decorate:

  **Noses:** Use red M&M’s, logo-side down.

  **Eyes:** Add chocolate chips, pointy side up.

  **Antlers:** Carefully place chocolate pretzels on top, near the center for stability. Gently press them down to secure.
• Allow your cookies to finish cooling completely before storing in an airtight container for up to a week.

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The holiday season is here, and you know what that means—time for our annual tradition: peanut butter reindeer cookies! My kids can’t get enough of these adorable treats, and they’re always the star of our holiday cookie tray! If you want to be the holiday hero for your little ones (and their friends!), you’ve got to try this fun and flavorful recipe.