Best 3 Reindeer Food Recipes

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**Dashing through the snow, reindeer swiftly go, guided by the magic of Christmas lights aglow. To keep their energy high and spirits bright, sprinkle some reindeer food on Christmas Eve night.**

Our collection of reindeer food recipes brings you a delightful mix of flavors and textures that will surely please Santa's reindeer as they make their special journey. From classic favorites like oats and glitter to unique concoctions featuring cranberries, carrots, and even peanut butter, these recipes are sure to make Christmas Eve a memorable occasion for the whole family. So, gather your ingredients, put on your aprons, and let's create some magical reindeer food that will make this Christmas Eve truly magical.

Let's cook with our recipes!

REINDEER FOOD



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This snack mix is so addictive, it's known as 'Christmas Crack' among my circle of friends and family! You can choose a holiday mix of M&M's® to make these extra festive!

Provided by inkmistress

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (20 ounce) package miniature pretzels
1 (17.5 ounce) package crispy corn cereal squares (such as Corn Chex®)
1 (16 ounce) jar salted dry-roasted peanuts
1 (14 ounce) package candy-coated milk chocolate pieces (such as M&M's®)
24 ounces white chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • Cover a large area of counter space with waxed paper and tape it down.
  • Mix pretzels, corn cereal squares, peanuts, and candy-coated milk chocolate pieces together in a large bowl.
  • Melt white chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Pour melted white chocolate over pretzel mixture; stir to evenly coat. Quickly transfer mixture to the prepared waxed paper and spread in a thin layer; cool completely. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.8 calories, Carbohydrate 51.9 g, Cholesterol 8.2 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 598.1 mg, Sugar 28 g

REINDEER FOOD (EDIBLE)



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Make and share this Reindeer Food (edible) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LorenLou

Categories     Candy

Time 30m

Yield 5 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) package miniature pretzel twists
5 cups Cheerios toasted oat cereal
5 cups Corn Chex
2 cups salted peanuts
1 lb M&M's plain chocolate candy (preferably Holiday M&Ms)
2 (12 ounce) packages white chocolate chips
3 tablespoons oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients.
  • Set aside.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips and oil for 2 minutes, stirring after one minute.
  • Continue to microwave, 10 seconds at a time, until smooth, stirring as you go.
  • Do not overcook!
  • Pour over the cereal mixture and mix well.
  • Spread onto wax paper and allow to cool.
  • Break apart and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2221.2, Fat 119.6, SaturatedFat 46.3, Cholesterol 31.8, Sodium 2185.8, Carbohydrate 258, Fiber 15.4, Sugar 148, Protein 44.9

REINDEER DUST/FOOD



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I got this off the Internet and have done this with my Grandchildren. They always look forward to sprinkling their Reindeer Dust for the reindeer to find the way to their house!

Provided by Anita Harris

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1/4 cup oatmeal
glitter

Steps:

  • Place oatmeal in a small zip-lock baggie.
  • Add a small amt of glitter and attach the following saying: Sprinkle on the lawn at night.
  • The moon will make it sparkle bright.
  • Santa's reindeer fly and roam.
  • This will guide them to your home.
  • Variation: Here is a different version using bird seeds.
  • Place seed in baggie with glitter and attach the following: It is the night before Christmas and since you always feed Santa Claus now feed his reindeer.
  • Sprinkle contents of the bag on the front and/or lawn on Christmas Eve.

Tips:

  • Use simple, easy-to-find ingredients. This recipe uses everyday items like oats, sugar, and molasses, which are easily accessible and affordable.
  • Make a large batch. This recipe makes a lot of reindeer food, so you can share it with friends and family or use it over multiple nights.
  • Get creative with your decorations. You can add sprinkles, edible glitter, or crushed candy canes to make your reindeer food more festive.
  • Sprinkle the reindeer food outside on Christmas Eve. Make sure to spread it out so that all the reindeer can get a taste.
  • Enjoy the magic of Christmas morning. Wake up early and look for reindeer tracks in the snow. It's a sure sign that Santa and his reindeer visited your home.

Conclusion:

Making reindeer food is a fun and easy activity that can help you get into the Christmas spirit. It's also a great way to teach your children about the magic of Santa and his reindeer. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and make some reindeer food today!

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