Name: Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 12 cookies
Cuisine: American

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March 5, 2026

Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies are a quick and easy cookie that is always a family favorite and a perfect to make with your kids! For this cookie recipe, we’re focusing on the decoration piece rather than the baking. This is a great holiday project to do with the kids since it’s so quick and easy doesn’t require your oven.

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Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies

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Instructions

Fill piping bag with cream cheese frosting.

To make the faces, on the front side of the cookies pipe small dots of frosting where the eyes and nose will be.

Then place eyes and m&m nose on the frosting dot.

To make the sandwich part, pipe frosting over entire backside surface of the cookies.

Put the face cookie on top of the piped frosting.

Place the antlers in between the layers.

Rudolf is ready!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Soften Frosting for Smooth Application 🧈
Let cream cheese frosting sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before piping to ensure smooth, even coverage on the gingersnap cookies without cracking or tearing.
Pipe Antlers with Precision 🦌
Use a piping bag with a small round tip to create two small frosting dots on top of each cookie, then immediately place pretzel stick pieces or licorice strips before the frosting sets for secure antler attachment.
Chill Before Decorating 🧊
Refrigerate frosted cookies for 5-10 minutes before adding edible eyes and M&M noses so the decorations adhere properly and won't slide off during storage or transport.
Layer Frosting for Stability 🎨
Apply a thin base layer of frosting first, let it set slightly, then add a second layer for placing decorations—this prevents eyes and candies from sinking into overly soft frosting.
Organize Your Decoration Station 🎭
Arrange all candies, eyes, and frosting in small bowls within arm's reach in assembly-line fashion to keep decorating efficient, consistent, and fun when working with kids.

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Hi! I’m Christina… welcome to my kitchen! It’s so nice to meet you! I share tried and true recipes that anyone can make. I believe, if you can read, you can cook.