Description
Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that combines the creamy goodness of peanut butter with festive decorations. Perfect for cookie exchanges and family gatherings, these whimsical cookies bring joy to both kids and adults. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, they are an ideal last-minute addition to your holiday baking. The rich flavors of peanut butter, paired with chocolate chips and colorful candy toppings, create an indulgent taste experience that is hard to resist. Easy enough for novice bakers, this recipe allows you to engage in a fun baking activity that fills your home with holiday cheer. Get ready to impress your guests with these adorable reindeer cookies!
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Granulated Sugar
- Baking Soda
- Salt
- Unsalted Peanut Butter
- Eggs
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- Candy Eyes
- M&M's or Red Candy Coated Chocolates
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat together peanut butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well before incorporating dry ingredients.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart and slightly flattening each ball.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Press chocolate chips into warm cookies and add candy eyes and red noses after cooling slightly.
- Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg