AMIEs PEAnut BUTter REINDeer Cookies

These reindeer cookies are a fun and festive treat to make during the holiday season. They are perfect for Christmas parties and cookie exchanges.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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AMIEs PEAnut BUTter REINDeer Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 2 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 4320

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Packed light brown sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 48 pieces Pretzels, broken into antler shapes
• 48 pieces Mini chocolate chips
• 24 pieces Red candy-coated chocolate candies

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
7. Press two pretzels into each ball to form antlers, and press two mini chocolate chips for eyes and a red candy-coated chocolate candy for the nose.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
10. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 12g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.