Reindeer Pops are a fun and festive holiday treat that kids and adults will love. These chocolate-covered treats are decorated to look like reindeer, complete with pretzel antlers, candy eyes, and a red nose — perfect for Christmas parties, holiday dessert tables, or as a playful gift.
Ingredients
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12 round cookies, cake balls, or Oreo cookies
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1 cup chocolate chips or melting chocolate (milk, dark, or white chocolate)
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24 mini pretzels, broken in half for antlers
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Candy eyes
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Red candy-coated chocolate or small red M&Ms for noses
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Lollipop sticks
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Sprinkles or edible decorations (optional)
Cooking Time
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Prep time: 15 minutes
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Chill/setting time: 20 minutes
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Total time: 35 minutes
Serving
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Makes 12 reindeer pops
Instructions
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Prepare Sticks:
Insert a lollipop stick into each cookie or cake ball. -
Melt Chocolate:
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips in 20–30 second intervals, stirring until smooth. -
Dip Cookies:
Dip each cookie into the melted chocolate until fully coated. Gently tap off excess chocolate. -
Add Features:
While chocolate is still wet, place candy eyes, a red candy nose, and pretzel halves as antlers. -
Set:
Stick the pops upright in a foam block or parchment-lined tray. Chill in the fridge for 15–20 minutes to let the chocolate harden. -
Decorate (Optional):
Add sprinkles, edible glitter, or additional decorations to make each reindeer unique.
Tips
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Use white chocolate for the coating and milk chocolate for accents to create contrast.
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For a festive display, place pops in a decorated vase or cup filled with candy or rice to hold them upright.
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Make extra, as these treats are likely to disappear quickly!
Nutrition (per pop, approximate)
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Calories: 150
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Fat: 8g
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Carbohydrates: 20g
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Protein: 2g
Reindeer Pops are a playful, sweet, and visually charming treat that brings holiday cheer to any table or party.
