Name: Holiday Chocolate Reindeer Cookie Pops
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: sugar cookie dough (premade or homemade); chocolate melting wafers (milk and white chocolate); pretzel twists; edible candy eyes; red candy-coated chocolate or M&Ms; lollipop sticks

Dive into the spirit of the holidays with our delightful Holiday Chocolate Reindeer Cookie Pops.

Chocolate reindeer lollipops with pretzel sticks.

This easy-to-follow recipe combines the rich indulgence of chocolate with the whimsy of reindeer-shaped cookies on a stick, making it a perfect treat for festive celebrations.

Ideal for gifting, sharing, or simply adding a touch of merriment to your dessert table, these cookie pops are a delightful blend of flavor and creativity.

Join us as we guide you through crafting these adorable reindeer pops that are not only delicious but are also sure to elevate your holiday festivities.

Sugar Cookie Dough (Pre-made or Homemade): Choose your favorite sugar cookie dough to serve as the base for your reindeer pops.

Chocolate Melting Wafers (Brown and White): These wafers will be used to coat the cookie pops, creating a smooth and delectable chocolate shell.

Pretzel Twists: These will form the antlers of your chocolate reindeer.

Edible Candy Eyes: Tiny candy eyes add a cute and expressive touch to your reindeer pops.

Red Candy-Coated Chocolate or M&M: This will be the reindeer’s red nose, giving it a festive and playful look.

Lollipop Sticks: These sticks will turn your cookies into easy-to-handle pops.

Chocolate reindeer lollipops in a red bowl.

1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven according to the sugar cookie dough recipe instructions. While it’s preheating, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Shape the Cookies: Take small portions of the sugar cookie dough and shape them into reindeer heads. Insert a lollipop stick into the bottom of each head, ensuring it’s securely in place.

3. Bake According to Instructions: Bake the cookies according to the sugar cookie dough recipe instructions. Once baked, let them cool completely.

4. Prepare Antlers: While the cookies are cooling, break the pretzel twists in half to create antlers for your reindeer.

5. Melt Chocolate Wafers: Melt the brown chocolate melting wafers according to the package instructions. Dip each cookie pop into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off.

6. Attach Antlers and Eyes: Immediately attach pretzel antlers to the top of each cookie pop. Add edible candy eyes while the chocolate is still wet.

7. Create the Nose: Place a red candy-coated chocolate or M&M just below the eyes to form the reindeer’s nose.

8. Allow to Set: Place the completed reindeer cookie pops on the parchment paper and let them set until the chocolate coating hardens.

9. Melt White Chocolate Wafers: Melt the white chocolate melting wafers and use a small piping bag or a spoon to add details like mouths and spots to your reindeer pops.

10. Serve and Enjoy: Once the chocolate details have been set, your Holiday Chocolate Reindeer Cookie Pops are ready to be served and enjoyed.

Customize with Sprinkles: Add a festive touch by incorporating holiday-themed sprinkles into the chocolate coating for extra color and texture.

Try Different Nose Colors: Experiment with different colored candy-coated chocolates for the reindeer’s nose. Green or blue noses can add a playful twist.

Gift in Cellophane Bags: Wrap each reindeer pop in cellophane bags and tie with festive ribbons for charming holiday gifts.

Make Ahead: Prepare the cookie pops in advance and store them in an airtight container until you’re ready to share them with family and friends.

Get Creative with Expressions: Use additional candy decorations or different-shaped candies to give each reindeer pop a unique expression.

Three chocolate reindeer pops on a stick.

Final Thoughts

Our Holiday Chocolate Reindeer Cookie Pops recipe is a delightful way to infuse the festive season with sweetness and creativity.

Whether you’re making these treats for a holiday party, as a fun activity with the kids, or as charming gifts, these reindeer pops are sure to add joy to your celebrations.

Share the holiday spirit with these adorable and tasty cookie pops that not only taste delicious but also serve as a festive and edible decoration.

Create, share, and savor the magic of the holidays with these irresistible Holiday Chocolate Reindeer Cookie Pops!

Holiday Chocolate Reindeer Cookie Pops

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Additional Time 15 minutes

Total Time 55 minutes

Ingredients

sugar cookie dough (premade or homemade)
chocolate melting wafers (milk and white chocolate)
pretzel twists
edible candy eyes
red candy-coated chocolate or M&Ms
lollipop sticks

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven according to the sugar cookie dough recipe instructions. While it's preheating, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Shape the Cookies: Take small portions of the sugar cookie dough and shape them into reindeer heads. Insert a lollipop stick into the bottom of each head, ensuring it's securely in place.
Bake According to Instructions: Bake the cookies according to the sugar cookie dough recipe instructions. Once baked, let them cool completely.
Prepare Antlers: While the cookies are cooling, break the pretzel twists in half to create antlers for your reindeer.
Melt Chocolate Wafers: Melt the brown chocolate melting wafers according to the package instructions. Dip each cookie pop into the melted chocolate, ensuring it's fully coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off.
Attach Antlers and Eyes: Immediately attach pretzel antlers to the top of each cookie pop. Add edible candy eyes while the chocolate is still wet.
Create the Nose: Place a red candy-coated chocolate or M&M just below the eyes to form the reindeer's nose.
Allow to Set: Place the completed reindeer cookie pops on the parchment paper and let them set until the chocolate coating hardens.
Melt White Chocolate Wafers: Melt the white chocolate melting wafers and use a small piping bag or a spoon to add details like mouths and spots to your reindeer pops.
Serve and Enjoy!