The holidays are all about spreading joy, making memories, and indulging in sweet treats that bring a smile to everyone’s face. What better way to embrace the festive spirit than with Holiday Reindeer Cookies? These adorable, peanut-buttery cookies are as fun to make as they are to eat—and they’re perfect for a cookie exchange, holiday party, or a cozy night in with the family.

Let’s dive into this easy, no-fuss recipe that’s bound to make your kitchen smell like holiday magic!

How to Make Reindeer Cookies

Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe

1 cup peanut butter
1 cup Biscoff cookie butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar
A pinch of salt
2 large eggs
8-10 pretzels
24 red M&Ms
48 mini chocolate chips

Step by Step Guide

1. First things first: preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. This ensures your cookies don’t stick and makes cleanup a breeze.

2. In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, Biscoff cookie butter, sugar, salt, and eggs. Using a hand mixer on medium speed, blend everything until the dough is smooth and well-mixed.

3. Scoop out small portions of the dough using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop. Place each portion on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten the tops with the back of a spoon or your fingers—these will be your reindeer faces!

4. Now for the fun part: press two pretzel halves into the top of each cookie to create reindeer antlers. Don’t worry if they’re a little wonky—it just adds personality!

5. Pop the cookies into your preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes. Keep a close eye on them; you want them soft and slightly underbaked for that chewy texture.

6. Once out of the oven, press a red M&M into the center of each cookie for the nose. Add two mini chocolate chips above the nose to make those adorable eyes. The warmth will help the candies stick perfectly.

7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once they’ve set, they’re ready to be devoured—or packaged up as the cutest homemade holiday gift!

And there you have it! These adorable cookies are just the beginning of the holiday fun! Whether you’re baking solo, with friends, or with your kids, these cookies are sure to add a touch of magic to your holiday season.

If you love this recipe, you’ll definitely want to check out “35 Reindeer Treats for a Merry Christmas“ for even more festive and magical ideas to sweeten your celebrations. So, grab your ingredients, turn up the Christmas tunes, and let the baking begin!

Happy Holidays and happy baking!

Ingredients

1 cup peanut butter
1 cup Biscoff cookie butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar
A pinch of salt
2 large eggs
8-10 pretzels
24 red M&Ms
48 mini chocolate chips

Instructions

First things first: preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. This ensures your cookies don’t stick and makes cleanup a breeze.
In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, Biscoff cookie butter, sugar, salt, and eggs. Using a hand mixer on medium speed, blend everything until the dough is smooth and well-mixed.
Scoop out small portions of the dough using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop. Place each portion on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten the tops with the back of a spoon or your fingers—these will be your reindeer faces!
Now for the fun part: press two pretzel halves into the top of each cookie to create reindeer antlers. Don’t worry if they’re a little wonky—it just adds personality!
Pop the cookies into your preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes. Keep a close eye on them; you want them soft and slightly underbaked for that chewy texture.
Once out of the oven, press a red M&M into the center of each cookie for the nose. Add two mini chocolate chips above the nose to make those adorable eyes. The warmth will help the candies stick perfectly.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once they’ve set, they’re ready to be devoured—or packaged up as the cutest homemade holiday gift!