Frosted Reindeer Cookies Recipe

Take your holiday baking to the next level with reindeer cookies! These sweet treats are easy to make, as they require only semi-homemade ingredients.

A Delicious Reindeer Cookie Recipe for the Holidays

December is the time for holiday treats, and nothing says Christmas more than festive reindeer cookies!

Bring delight to your family, friends, and neighbors this holiday season with our delicious Reindeer Sugar Cookies.

These festive little treats are quick and easy enough for beginner bakers or anyone that want wants a fun addition to their cookie tray without all the hassle - no one will be able to guess they were made by amateur chefs!

With these adorable reindeer-decorated cookies, you'll have lots left over once everyone has had there fill so why not gift them as presents?

Take your holiday baking to the next level with reindeer cookies! These sweet treats are easy to make, as they require only semi-homemade ingredients.

All you need is pre-made sugar cookie dough, and a container of icing and candy decorations to craft beautiful reindeer cookies you can be proud of.

Your family and friends will enjoy the delicious combination of a soft reindeer cookie full of holiday cheer!

Whether they're served as a snack or used to decorate your home, reindeer cookies are sure to put a smile on everyone's face this season.

Plus, they’re easy to make with just a few simple ingredients!

Let’s take a look at how to make these jolly cookies.

Makes 24 cookies

Prep time: 20 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Reindeer Sugar Cookie Ingredients

• Premade sugar cookie dough - Making reindeer cookies is done very easily by using pre-made sugar cookie dough. Any store-bought sugar cookie mix will do, just follow the instructions on the package.
• Chocolate icing - Rich and creamy, it adds a silky texture. Dress up even the most ordinary desserts and make them something really special!
• Candy eyes - Whether you're making cupcakes for your child's birthday party, or dressing up a cake for the holidays, candy eyes can make any dessert come to life.
• Mini pretzels - Ah, the iconic mini pretzel! These classic snacks don't just make delicious salty bites, they make for creative antlers too! Have you ever seen a reindeer with pretzels for antlers? Unbelievably cute.
• Red M&Ms - Reindeers need a nose perfect for spotting packages of holiday treats. An iconic candy, the candy-coated chocolate pieces make great noses.
• For exact amounts, please see the printable recipe card below.

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Supplies Needed

• Cookie sheet
• Icing Spatula

More Christmas Cookie Recipes

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• 3D Christmas Tree Cookies - Turn on some Christmas music, get the kids, and have fun decorating and making these cute 3D Christmas Tree Cookies. Trees aren’t perfect and these don’t have to be either.
• Nutter Butter Reindeer Cookies Recipe - With its sweet peanut butter taste combined with chocolate candies, Nutter Butter Reindeer cookies make a delightful treat anyone will love.
• Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies - These Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft and fluffy, with a delicious peppermint flavor and rich chocolate chips.
• Cookie Dough Bites - Use Tollhouse's edible cookie dough to make these quick and easy no-bake Christmas treats, Cookie Dough Bites. Great for giving them as gifts.
• Cream Cheese Grinch Cookies - These simple cream cheese Grinch cookies are packed with flavor and decorated with green food coloring, powdered sugar, and sprinkles.

How to Make Easy Reindeer Cookies

Bake the cookies according to the package instructions and allow them to cool completely.

When the cookies are cool, spread the chocolate icing over the top of each cookie.

Add two candy eyes and a red M&M for the nose. Place two mini pretzels on top of each cookie for antlers.

Enjoy with a nice cold glass of milk!

In Conclusion

Making these delicious Reindeer Cookies is an easy way to get into the holiday spirit and enjoy some homemade treats this December!

With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can have festive treats ready in no time that everyone will love - from busy moms needing something fun to bake with their kids, all the way up to experienced cooks who want something quick but satisfying in the kitchen this holiday season!

Enjoy your Reindeer Cookies! Happy Holidays!

Let's get baking - Ho ho ho!

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