Easy Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies

Dairy Free
Easy Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies
50 min.
24
122kcal

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Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with these delightful Easy Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies! Perfect for festive gatherings, these adorable treats are not only dairy-free but also incredibly simple to make, making them a hit for bakers of all skill levels. With a preparation time of just 50 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 24 cookies that are sure to impress family and friends alike.

Imagine the joy on everyone's faces as they bite into these soft, chewy cookies, each adorned with chocolate chip eyes and a cute peanut butter nose. The addition of star-shaped pretzels for antlers adds a whimsical touch that makes these cookies not just delicious but also a fun centerpiece for your holiday dessert table.

Whether you're hosting a holiday party, looking for a sweet treat to share with neighbors, or simply indulging in some festive baking, these reindeer cookies are the perfect choice. They combine the rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter with the sweetness of chocolate, creating a delightful balance that will leave everyone wanting more. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the holiday baking begin!

Ingredients

  • pouch peanut butter sandwich cookie crumbs (1 lb 1.5 oz)
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoon water 
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons granulated sugar 
  • tablespoons semi chocolate chips 
  • 12  pretzel sticks star-shaped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F (350°F for dark or nonstick cookie sheet). In medium bowl, mix cookies as directed on package, using oil, water and egg.
  2. Shape dough into 1 1/4-inch balls. On ungreased cookie sheet, place balls 2 inches apart. Dip bottom of drinking glass in sugar; press each ball until about 1/2 inch thick.
  3. Pinch bottom edge of each cookie to form a longer point. At point of each cookie, place 1 chocolate chip for nose; press down slightly.
  4. Place 2 chocolate chips on each cookie for eyes; press down slightly. With small sharp knife, cut star points from Christmas pretzels to form 48 small V-shaped pretzels (if using pretzel sticks, cut into quarters). Press 2 pretzel pieces into top of each cookie for antlers.
  5. Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until edges begin to brown.
  6. Remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories122kcal
Protein5.88%
Fat42.45%
Carbs51.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.38
Glycemic Load
0.87
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.84695651195943%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:121.94kcal
6.1%
Fat:5.92g
9.12%
Saturated Fat:1.47g
9.18%
Carbohydrates:16.23g
5.41%
Net Carbohydrates:15.33g
5.57%
Sugar:9.82g
10.91%
Cholesterol:6.93mg
2.31%
Sodium:175.88mg
7.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.85g
3.7%
Fiber:0.9g
3.59%
Vitamin K:3.27µg
3.12%
Iron:0.43mg
2.39%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.39%
Copper:0.03mg
1.27%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.14%
Selenium:0.74µg
1.05%