I don't know about you, but once the holiday tins come out, it's go time in my kitchen. And these Oreo Reindeer Pops? They might just steal the whole cookie tray. Cute as can be, kid-approved, and no oven required! This is the kind of festive treat that makes you feel like a holiday rockstar without breaking a sweat.
Whether you're gifting a batch to the neighbors or setting up a DIY decorating station with the grandkids, these little guys bring all the fun and none of the fuss!
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🦌 Why you need these on your holiday trays
Because everyone needs a chocolate-dipped cookie that looks like it belongs on Santa's sleigh! These Oreo Reindeer Pops are ridiculously cute and festive, made with simple, affordable ingredients, and come together in a snap.
They're a great make-ahead option for parties, gift baskets, or cookie swaps, and they're especially fun for little hands to help decorate! You don't need any fancy tools or baking skills: just a microwave, a little creativity, and your favorite holiday playlist playing in the background!
Reindeer Oreo Pops
Ingredients
- 24 Double Stuf Oreos or Mega Stuf Oreos
- 24-30 mini pretzels
- 24 paper straws or lollipop sticks
- 24 ounces chocolate chips
- 1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 24 small red candies like mini M&Ms or Red Hots
- 48 edible eyes
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment (or wax) paper. Set aside.
- Cut (or break) the mini pretzels in half. (I've added extra pretzels to the recipe to account for pretzels that may break too small.)
- Melt the chocolate chips with one tablespoon of oil in a medium microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Slightly flatten one end of a paper straw, dip into the melted chocolate, and insert it into the cream layer of the Oreo. Place onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining Oreos and straws. Refrigerate for 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden.
- Working one at a time and using the straw as a handle, dip the Oreo into the melted chocolate. (If the chocolate has thickened, heat it in the microwave again. You can add an additional tablespoon of oil to thin the chocolate further.) Allow the excess chocolate to drip off.
- Now it's time to decorate. Push the pretzels into each side of the top of the chocolate-dipped cookie. Add a red candy nose to the center, and place two edible eyes directly above the nose. Return the cookie pop to the prepared baking sheet.
- Repeat steps 5, 6, and 7 with the remaining cookies.
- Place the baking sheet back in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the cookie pops to fully set. Serve and enjoy!
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Nutrition
Reindeer pop ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card for the exact measurements for this recipe.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
For this specific recipe, I used Hershey's Special Dark chocolate chips because they are my absolute favorite, but feel free to use whatever chocolate you prefer. Whether you choose dark, semi-sweet, milk, or white chocolate use a high-quality product. They will make your cookie pops taste better, and a high-quality chocolate is less likely to seize as you melt it.
Nope! Once the chocolate is set, you can keep them at room temp for up to 3 days in a single layer container. But they'll last longer in the fridge or freezer (up to 3 months!) if you're making them ahead.
Isn't she adorable? I tend to go a tiny bit overboard sometimes and this seemed like the perfect time! I thought having girl and boy reindeer would make these cookies even more adorable, so here we are! To make the girl reindeer, I simply drew eyelashes on the candy eyes with an edible marker and added a bow candy sprinkle between the antlers (and yes, lady reindeer also have antlers. I looked it up to be sure!)
Deb's top tips
Be sure to pinch the tip of the straw before inserting. If the straw is too thick, the cookies will split and the top or bottom will fall off.
Let the kids help with the decorating. Sticky fingers and silly reindeer faces are part of the fun!
More holiday treats you'll love
If you love edible gifts, you're in for a treat, literally! These sweet homemade goodies are made for holiday gifting and guaranteed to bring smiles. From salty-sweet Chocolate Covered Cashews to buttery, crunchy Cashew Toffee, there's something here for everyone. Cathedral Candy is a no-bake favorite with gooey marshmallows and rich chocolate, while Butterscotch Haystacks are so easy, you'll find yourself making batch after batch.
Don't forget the classics-Microwave Peanut Brittle is the kind of nostalgic treat that tastes just like Grandma's, and Snowman Soup is a playful favorite that's perfect for teachers, coworkers, or anyone who could use a little cheer. These holiday treats all travel well, wrap up beautifully, and disappear fast!
🎅 Baking spirits bright
Holiday baking doesn't have to be hard to be memorable! These Oreo Reindeer Pops are the kind of joyful treat that bring out the smiles, and they look like you spent way more time than you actually did.
So whether you're filling cookie tins, passing out classroom treats, or just adding a little extra cheer to your dessert table, these little guys are here to help.
Happy holidays, friends-and don't forget to send me a picture if you make them!
Jean M says
Those Reindeer Pops are adorable! It made me think of my granddaughter's kindergarten Christmas party and how all the kids would love them. Looks like I got a new project! Thank you for sharing Deb!
Debra Clark says
That makes my day, what a cute project for little ones, and I’m thrilled these inspired something fun for your granddaughter’s class!
Sherri Rochester says
How cute! These would make a Christmas potluck extra special. Maybe the highlight of a Christmas Eve family gathering. I am going to dig through my ingredients to see what I have to put on my list. I love these!
Debra Clark says
I’m so happy you love them—they really do add a little sparkle to any holiday gathering, and I hope you find everything you need to make a batch!
Karen says
Granddaughter will enjoy making these for her favorite Uncles!
Debra Clark says
That sounds so sweet, what a fun little project for them to make together and gift!
Sue says
My young grandchildren will just love helping to make these! They are so cute. Would be great to pass out as classroom treats, but not sure if this can be done nowadays with all the rules with what you can bring with all the kids with food allergies. Otherwise, they are cute to put on a dessert table for family gatherings.
Debra Clark says
I’m so glad you love them, and you’re right—they’re such a fun little project for kids and absolutely perfect for family dessert tables, even if classroom rules make sharing a bit trickier these days.
Carol says
These are so cute, I think my grandkids will have fun helping me when they come this weekend. Thank you for the idea!!
Debra Clark says
Oh they will have so much fun! They will love making them with Grandma!!