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Christmas Reindeer Recipe

Christmas Reindeer Recipe


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  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 1x

Description

Festive Christmas Reindeer cookies bring magical holiday cheer to winter gatherings with delightful chocolate-covered treats. Sweet chocolate pretzels and candies create adorable reindeer faces that spark joy and delight for family celebrations.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 ½ cups (310 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar

Binding and Flavoring Ingredients:

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Decoration Ingredients:

  • Mini pretzels (for antlers)
  • Mini chocolate chips (for eyes)
  • Red or brown candy-coated chocolates (like M&Ms, for noses)

Instructions

  1. Warm the cooking chamber to 350F (175C), ensuring an even heat distribution by lining baking trays with parchment paper.
  2. Transform butter and granulated sweetener into a cloud-like, aerated mixture by vigorously whisking for approximately two minutes.
  3. Introduce room-temperature egg and aromatic vanilla essence, blending thoroughly until the mixture achieves a harmonious consistency.
  4. Combine flour, leavening agent, and mineral seasoning in a separate vessel, creating a delicate powdery blend. Gently fold this dry mixture into the creamy base, generating a supple, cohesive dough.
  5. Craft uniform spherical morsels using measured spoonfuls of dough, strategically positioning them across the prepared surface with precise two-inch intervals. Apply gentle pressure to each orb, establishing a stable foundation for potential decorative embellishments.
  6. Transfer the adorned trays into the preheated culinary environment, allowing the delicate morsels to transform into golden, delectable Christmas reindeer cookies.

Notes

  • Elevate your holiday baking by ensuring butter is softened at room temperature for smoother creaming and better cookie texture.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before shaping to prevent spreading and maintain crisp reindeer shapes during baking.
  • For gluten-free variations, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend, keeping the same measurements.
  • Minimize handling the dough to prevent tough cookies, using light touches when forming and flattening the balls for tender, delicate results.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 24
  • Calories: 169
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 39 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 23 g
  • Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 1.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg