Christmas Reindeer Cookies
Christmas Reindeer Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that will bring joy to your festive celebrations. These charming cookies feature adorable reindeer designs and a delicious blend of chocolate and vanilla flavors that are sure to impress family and friends. Perfect for baking on Christmas Eve or as heartfelt gifts, these cookies are not just tasty; they’re a wonderful way to create cherished memories during the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Candy eyes and pretzels for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set but centers look soft. Cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour. You can also mix in nuts or dried fruit for extra texture and taste.