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Chocolatey Reindeer Cookies

Chocolatey Reindeer Cookies are soft, chewy, and irresistibly chocolatey, making them the ultimate festive treat for gatherings or satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened This is key for controlling the saltiness. You can substitute with salted butter but reduce added salt by half.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs For an egg-free option, substitute each egg with 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup cocoa powder For deeper flavor, consider using Dutch-process cocoa powder.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Reserve a few chips for sprinkling on top before baking.
  • 1 cup mini pretzels For decorating as antlers.
  • 1 cup red candies Like M&Ms for decorating as noses.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Mix the Butters and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients with the Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Add Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Shape the Cookies: Roll dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Decorate with Pretzels and Candies: Press mini pretzels into the tops and place a red candy for the nose.

Baking

  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are still soft.

Cooling

  • Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

To keep cookies fresh, store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. For freezing, allow cookies to cool completely and place in a freezer-safe bag.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
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