Transform standard chocolate brownie mix cookies into charming Rudolph cookies using pretzels, chocolate chips, and red M&Ms these make a wonderful seasonal treat for celebrations!
While some of my baking follows a precise plan, these reindeer cookies arose from a delightful, unplanned moment!
As I retrieved a batch of brownie mix cookies from the oven, I noticed I had some mini pretzels in my cupboard. I spontaneously decided to create my own reindeer cookies with what was immediately available. They were wonderfully simple and enjoyable to prepare, so I wanted to share this straightforward method for making reindeer cookies with you.
Why This Recipe Shines
With just a few carefully positioned additions, you will feel like a holiday cookie designer! With a bit of adult assistance, these cookies are also a fun activity for children.
Necessary Ingredients
- a batch of brownie mix cookies (For the Brownie Mix Cookie recipe, see here>>)
- tiny pretzels
- chocolate chips
- red M&Ms
Rudolph Cookie Assembly
- Prepare the brownie mix cookies following the simple brownie mix cookie recipe.
- Once they exit the oven, lightly affix to each cookie: 2 pretzel ears 2 chocolate chip eyes 1 red Rudolph nose using a red M&M
- Allow the cookies to rest on the pan briefly before transferring them to a wire rack to cool entirely.
Helpful Suggestions
- Act promptly to press the candies onto the cookies while they retain warmth, but ensure the pressure is delicate.
- Position the chocolate chips with care and refrain from touching them afterward, as melting could cause a mess if repositioned.
- The arrangement of the eyes dictates how amiable your reindeer appear; I prefer grouping them closely with the nose centered below.
Ingredient Alternatives
Some Rudolph cookies feature cute candy googly eyes, but I couldn't locate any in our Canadian locale. If you have time, ordering from Amazon is an option, or you might find them locally!
Another approach I have observed involves affixing the candies after cooling using icing or melted chocolate; this should also work well.
Presenting Rudolph Reindeer Cookies
These holiday reindeer cookies look lovely on any cookie tray. For a unique presentation, try a vintage cookie sheet lined with crumpled parchment paper. Scatter some festive candy around for extra cheer. These cookies could even be the focal point of a Christmas cookie charcuterie tray!
Required Tools
No special equipment is needed with these chocolate reindeer cookies – except my normal favorite cookie baking supplies and some googly eye candy if you’d like!
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Tools you’ll need
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Storage
The pretzel ears make these Rudolph cookies a bit fragile to store. I laid them out very carefully in large plastic containers and placed parchment paper between the layers and froze them since I wanted to use them later.
They can be stored in any airtight container or ziploc bag and be kept at room temperature for 3 days.
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Rudolph Cookies
Create adorable Rudolph cookies by adapting chocolate brownie mix cookies with pretzels, chocolate chips, and red M&Ms; they are a delightful festive snack for the holidays!
Ingredients
Method
- Prepare the brownie mix cookie dough following the simple recipe instructions.
- As soon as they exit the oven, carefully press two pretzel ears, two chocolate chip eyes, and one red M&M nose onto each cookie to form Rudolph's face.
- Allow the treats to cool on the baking sheet briefly, then transfer them to a wire rack to finish cooling entirely.
