🦌 Festive, Fun & Chocolate Covered!
Meet your new favorite holiday treat — Cookie Dough Reindeer! These adorable, no-bake bites combine Pascha’s Vegan Chocolate Cookie Dough with a coating of rich Pascha 100% Dark Chocolate and crunchy gluten-free pretzel “antlers.” They’re cute, chocolatey, and perfect for gifting, parties, or snacking straight from the fridge.
This easy and festive recipe turns simple ingredients into magical holiday treats — no baking required! Get ready for a chocolate-coated project that kids and adults will both love.
🎄 Why You’ll Love These Cookie Dough Reindeer
- Festive & adorable – perfect for Christmas parties or edible gifts.
- Rich chocolate coating – made with Pascha 100% Dark Chocolate Chips.
- No-bake & vegan – made from Pascha’s easy Vegan Chocolate Cookie Dough recipe.
- Fun to decorate – get creative with pretzels, candy eyes, and sprinkles.
🍪 Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 batch Pascha’s Vegan Chocolate Cookie Dough Recipe
- 1 bag Pascha 100% Dark Chocolate Chips
- Gluten-free pretzels (for antlers)
- Candy eyes
- Optional: red candy or icing for the nose

👩🍳 How to Make Cookie Dough Reindeer
Step 1: Make the Cookie Dough
Start by preparing a batch of Pascha’s Vegan Chocolate Cookie Dough. Roll the dough into 3-inch balls and flatten them slightly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for about 1 hour, until firm.
Step 2: Prepare the Antlers
While the cookie dough chills, carefully break gluten-free pretzels in half. These will be your reindeer antlers!
Step 3: Melt the Chocolate
Using a double boiler, melt Pascha 100% Dark Chocolate Chips until smooth and glossy. For best results, watch our guide on tempering dark chocolate to achieve a perfect finish.
Step 4: Dip & Decorate
Coat the chilled cookie dough rounds in melted chocolate. Because the dough is cold, the chocolate will set quickly. Before it hardens completely, press two pretzel halves into the top for antlers, add candy eyes, and finish with any other decorations you’d like — a red candy nose, sprinkles, or crushed peppermint for extra cheer.
Step 5: Chill & Enjoy
Place the decorated reindeer on a baking sheet and refrigerate until fully set. Serve chilled or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
🎅 Recipe Tips & Variations
- Use Pascha 70% or 85% Dark Chocolate for a milder flavor.
- Add crushed candy canes or sea salt on top before the chocolate sets.
- Use mini pretzels for bite-sized reindeer treats.
- Wrap individually in clear bags for festive homemade gifts!
🍫 Made with Pascha Chocolate
Pascha Chocolate is organic, vegan, dairy-free, soy-free, and gluten-free. Our 100% Dark Chocolate Chips create a rich, smooth coating that balances perfectly with the soft cookie dough center. These reindeer treats are proof that pure, simple ingredients make the most magical holiday desserts!
📝 Recipe Card
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Makes: About 8–10 reindeer