Description
These adorable Rudolph Peanut Butter Cookies are the perfect festive treat for the holiday season! With a soft and chewy peanut butter base, they’re decorated to look like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer using pretzels for antlers, red M&Ms for a nose, and mini chocolate chips for eyes. These easy-to-make cookies are a fun addition to any holiday party, cookie tray, or as an edible gift. Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with this delightful recipe!
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Decorations:
24 mini pretzels (for antlers)
24 red M&Ms (for Rudolph’s nose)
48 mini chocolate chips (for eyes)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter, softened butter, and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Press each ball down slightly with a fork to flatten.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Decorate: Once the cookies are cooled, decorate each with pretzels for antlers, a red M&M for Rudolph’s nose, and two mini chocolate chips for eyes. Gently press the decorations into the cookies so they stick.
- Serve: Let the cookies set for a few minutes before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
Peanut Butter Alternatives: Swap peanut butter for almond or cashew butter for a different flavor and texture.
Gluten-Free Option: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cookies, Holiday Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 200 kcal per cookie
