Reindeer Cookies

Prep: 15 min Cook: 8 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

Reindeer cookies are festive treats perfect for holiday gatherings. These adorable cookies feature a buttery, cookie dough base decorated with pretzels for antlers, brown and red M&Ms for eyes and noses, creating charming reindeer faces that delight both kids and adults alike.

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Ingredients

  • cookie dough
  • pretzels

Instructions

  1. Place the cookie dough in the freezer for 15 minutes or until firm.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Cut the chilled dough into 24 slices.
  4. Place the slices 2 inches apart on a large ungreased cookie sheet.
  5. Pinch each slice 1/3 of the way down until 1/2-inch wide.
  6. Position 2 pretzels at the top of each slice to form antlers.
  7. Use brown M&Ms to create eyes and red M&Ms to make noses.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

206 kcal 10% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.9g 8% DV
Total Fat 7.1g 9% DV
Carbs 32.1g 12% DV
Fiber 1.2g 4% DV
Sugar 0.2g

Electrolytes

Sodium 100.5mg 4% DV
Potassium 139.5mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 6.8mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3.5mcg
Calcium 27.5mg 2% DV
Iron 0.8mg 4% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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