Description
Get ready to spread holiday cheer with these delightful Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies! Combining the creamy goodness of peanut butter with festive decorations, these cookies are as fun to make as they are to eat. Their adorable reindeer shapes, complete with M&M eyes and pretzel antlers, make them perfect for cookie exchanges or as sweet gifts. Plus, the simple ingredients and straightforward instructions mean that even novice bakers can whip up a batch without stress. These whimsical treats will surely impress your family and friends during the holiday season!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 large egg
- M&Ms (for decoration)
- Pretzels (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda.
- In another bowl, beat peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and mix well until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared sheet and gently press M&Ms for eyes and pretzels for antlers.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden; let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg