Easy Reindeer Christmas Cookies
Adorable and Easy Reindeer Christmas Cookies for the Holidays
There’s nothing like adding a little reindeer magic to your Christmas baking with these Easy Reindeer Christmas Cookies!
This classic holiday cookie is simple to make and even more fun to decorate. With a buttery base enhanced by molasses and a hint of vanilla, these cookies bring a perfect blend of taste and charm.
Kids will love joining in to make these delightful cookies. Simply roll, cut, bake, and let everyone join in on the decorating!
Piping the antlers and eyes in brown icing is easy, and don’t forget the red hot for Rudolph’s signature nose. These cookies are festive, fun, and filled with holiday cheer—ideal for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or a cozy treat with a mug of hot cocoa.
Not only are these reindeer cookies easy to whip up, but they’ll also bring out the holiday spirit in every bite. Gather around the kitchen, put on your favorite Christmas music, and enjoy creating these delightful treats. With each cookie, you’ll add a little magic and sweetness to your holiday season!
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- Brown-tinted icing
- Red hots (for the nose)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla, and molasses, mixing until smooth. Gradually add flour and salt, blending until fully combined. Chill dough for 1 hour. - Roll and Cut the Cookies
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface. Use a 3-inch round cookie cutter to cut out circles and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. - Bake
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. - Decorate
Using brown icing in a piping bag, pipe antlers at the top of each cookie, two small dots for eyes, and a larger dot for the nose. Place a red hot on the nose icing dot for that classic Rudolph look.
These Easy Reindeer Christmas Cookies are a festive and fun treat that captures the whimsy of the holiday season!
With a soft, flavorful cookie base made from butter, sugar, and a hint of molasses, they’re decorated with simple brown icing and a red hot “Rudolph” nose that kids and adults alike will love.
Perfect for holiday parties or cookie exchanges, these reindeer cookies are a delicious and adorable addition to your Christmas baking lineup!
