Best 3 Adorable Holiday Reindeer Cookies Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Indulge in the festive spirit with our delightful Reindeer Cookies, a delightful treat that will add cheer to your holiday celebrations. These adorable cookies, inspired by Santa's trusty reindeer, are not only visually appealing but also burst with delicious flavors.

Our collection features a variety of reindeer cookie recipes, each with its unique charm. From classic sugar cookies adorned with intricate reindeer details to chewy gingerbread cookies shaped into reindeer silhouettes, there's a recipe for every taste and skill level.

For those who love a classic treat, our Traditional Reindeer Sugar Cookies are a must-try. These cookies are made with simple ingredients and decorated with royal icing, creating a festive and elegant look. If you prefer a chewy and spicy cookie, our Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies are the perfect choice. These cookies are packed with warm spices and molasses, and decorated with candy antlers and a red nose.

For a fun and interactive baking experience, our Reindeer Cookie Decorating Kit is a great option. This kit includes all the necessary ingredients and decorations to create your own reindeer cookies, making it a perfect activity for families or friends. And for those with a sweet tooth, our Reindeer Hot Chocolate Cookies are a delicious treat that combines the warmth of hot chocolate with the indulgence of a cookie.

No matter which recipe you choose, our Reindeer Cookies are sure to bring joy and sweetness to your holiday season. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a baking adventure that will fill your home with the aroma of Christmas cheer.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HOLIDAY REINDEER COOKIES



Holiday Reindeer Cookies image

Gather 'round the tree on Christmas Eve and feast on these adorable reindeer cookies. If you listen closely, you might heard reindeer hoofs on the roof! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 32 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 pounds dark chocolate candy coating, chopped
1 package (16 ounces) Nutter Butter cookies
32 miniature marshmallows, cut in half crosswise
Decorating icing
32 M&M's or Red Hot candies
64 miniature pretzels

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip one cookie in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper., Attach two marshmallow halves onto cookie for eyes; add decorating icing for pupils and a mouth. Add an M&M or Red Hot for nose. Attach pretzels or pretzel pieces for antlers. Repeat. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 111mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

REINDEER COOKIES



Reindeer Cookies image

This is a recipe I found online last year. The kids in my Sunday School class really loved them. They are delicious, easy to make, fun and look fab on a Holiday Cookie Tray. Yield is an estimate.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup brown sugar
1 cup sugar
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup smooth peanut butter
3 cups flour (scant)
2 eggs
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (300 g) bag small pretzels (the heart shaped ones)
1 (250 g) bag M&M's

Steps:

  • Cream together the butter, peanut butter and both sugars.
  • Beat in the eggs, salt and vanilla.
  • Stir in the baking soda and flour, mixing well.
  • Roll into balls. Flatten the balls and shape into triangles. Place on Cookie sheets, 2 inches apart.
  • Place pretzels into the 2 top triangle corners for antlers. Place a red candy at the bottom corner for the nose and two green ones on the cookie for eyes.
  • Bake at 375*F for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2882.2, Fat 129.3, SaturatedFat 60.5, Cholesterol 298.4, Sodium 3643, Carbohydrate 390.5, Fiber 13.9, Sugar 202.1, Protein 53.4

ADORABLE HOLIDAY REINDEER COOKIES



Adorable Holiday Reindeer Cookies image

Not a recipe at all! More of a craft activity. Fun to make with children, fun for them to eat! Run, run, Rudolph!

Provided by La Dilettante

Categories     Toddler Friendly

Time 20m

Yield 24 cookies, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces dark chocolate, melted
2 packages pepperidge farm tim tam cookies
24 small pretzels, halved
24 mini-reese's peanut butter cups
24 red m&m candies
48 mini marshmallows
1 package of black gel icing

Steps:

  • ."Glue" a peanut butter cup (with melted chocolate) to cookie, glue on a red candy, same with eyes and antlers. Dot black icing onto eyes and mouth. Let chocolate harden -- enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.2, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 2.7, Sodium 165.2, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 22.2, Protein 6.5

Tips for Making Adorable Holiday Reindeer Cookies:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will result in better-tasting cookies.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cookies at the correct temperature: The cookies should be baked at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before decorating: This will help the frosting set properly and prevent it from running.

Conclusion:

These adorable holiday reindeer cookies are a fun and festive treat that is perfect for Christmas parties and cookie exchanges. With a little time and effort, you can create these charming cookies that will bring joy to everyone who sees them. So get creative and have fun making these delicious reindeer cookies!

Related Topics