Description
Indulge in holiday cheer with these delightful Chocolate Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies! Combining rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, these festive treats are not only delicious but also fun to decorate. Perfect for family gatherings or as thoughtful gifts, each cookie boasts a soft texture and whimsical reindeer shape that brings joy to both kids and adults alike. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll create memorable moments while baking this delightful recipe.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy. Mix in peanut butter until smooth.
- 4. Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- 5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in chocolate chips.
- 6. Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough on the prepared sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
- 7. Allow cookies to cool before decorating with icing and edible eyes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (34g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg