15+ Cute Reindeer Snacks for Kids
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When the holidays are in full swing, these adorable Reindeer snacks for kids are exactly what you need when class Christmas parties, holiday potlucks and family movie nights call for quick, crowd-pleasing treats.
Because let’s be real, trying to juggle baking, wrapping, and school events can turn even the jolliest parent into a Grinch. I know I don’t have a ton of time during the holiday season, but still love to create memories with my family. Which is where these 15+ Rudolph-inspired recipes come in handy.
From savory and salty bites like Rudolph celery sticks and playful reindeer chow, to cute no-bake treats such as chocolate mini reindeer treats, reindeer Rolo pretzels, and cute Reindeer pudding cups, there’s something merry for every occasion.
Whether you’re filling trays for potlucks, whipping up Rudolph party food, or creating Christmas movie night snacks, these treats will have kids giggling, and will make their spirits bright.
Reindeer Themed Christmas Snacks for Kids
1. 2-Ingredient Rudolph Christmas Dip
This Rudolph inspired snack is a simple 2-ingredient Christmas dip with cream cheese and nutella, whipped together and topped with cute candy eyes, and M&M nose, and pretzel antlers.
So quick to make, I’ll often make it as a last minute snack or quick appetizer for holiday parties, potlucks, or any of the many festive gatherings that happen this time of year.
Just add your favorite dippers such as chips, graham crackers or fruit for a kid-friendly treat.
Get the recipe: Rudolph Christmas Dip
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2. Reindeer Chow
Reindeer chow is on of those Christmas Chex mixes my kids can’t get enough of.
Muddy buddies, M&Ms, peanut butter cups, and pretzels are all tossed together for a sweet-salty snack that takes no time to make.
Whip up a batch for a holiday movie night, parties or Santa’s midnight munchies, as this mix hits every craving in one bite.
For an extra dash of holiday spirit, pour your reindeer chow into festive jars and gift this crunchy Christmas Chex mix to friends and neighbors. It’s not just for kids!
Get the recipe: Reindeer Chow
3. Chocolate Mini Reindeer Treats
These Chocolate reindeer treats are almost too cute to eat, each one a merry little bite of holiday magic with pretzel antlers, candy eyes, and red noses that would make Rudolph proud.
Whip up a batch in about 20 minutes for a no-bake fun snack that’s sweet, crunchy, and full of Christmas cheer.
Whether you’re decking out cookie trays, sending treats to class parties, or munching through movie night, these chocolate cuties sleigh every time.
Get the recipe: Chocolate Mini Reindeer Treats
4. Rudolph Celery Sticks
Who knew veggies could feel so merry?
Get your kids to eat more veggies with these healthy reindeer snacks that turn crisp celery sticks, peanut butter, pretzels and cranberry noses into Rudolphs ready to dash across your snack table.
Fast, fun, and full of festive spirit, they’re the kind of Christmas snacks kids love helping make, and eating.
Get the recipe: Rudolph Celery Sticks
5. Cute Reindeer Wafer Cookies
These Christmas party treats bring all the reindeer games to your dessert table.
No oven, no stress, just chocolate-dipped wafers turned into cute Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer cookies with pretzel antlers, red M&M noses and candy eyes.
They come together in minutes, making them an easy win for cookie trays, classroom parties, or festive holiday charcuterie boards.
Get the recipe: Cute Reindeer Wafer Cookies
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6. Easy Reindeer Rolo Pretzels
My kids just can’t resist Reindeer Rolo Pretzels. And to be honest, neither can I!
There’s something about the sweet chocolate caramel combined with a salty pretzel crunch that’s oh so satisfying and addictive.
Since you’ll only need four ingredients, these reindeer snacks are quick and affordable too. So give as gifts, put them out on a holiday snack or dessert table, or just have then as a fun and festive snack at home.
Get the recipe: Easy Reindeer Rolo Pretzels
7. Easy Chocolate Reindeer Bark
Turn a simple tray of melted chocolate into a fun pile of Reindeer Bark, a sweet Christmas snack for kids (and their fun adults), that’s as easy to make as it is adorable.
Pretzels become antlers, M&Ms make bright red noses, and candy eyes bring every piece to life.
I also love how flexible the recipe is, as you can add different Xmas sprinkles, add candy cane pieces, or whatever you like, to make the bark even more unique.
It’s quick to make, fun to share, and guaranteed to steal the spotlight at any festive gathering.
Get the recipe: Easy Chocolate Reindeer Bark
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8. Easy Reindeer Cupcakes
I just can’t get over how cute these Reindeer Cupcakes are. I want to eat one right now!
Moist chocolate cupcakes are topped with a rich cocoa frosting, crunchy pretzels for antlers, bright red M&M noses and of course candy eyes for that extra cute reindeer treat look.
Use cake mix to shorten your prep time, or your favorite chocolate cake recipe for an easy reindeer dessert, that works well for festive after school snacks, bake sales, classroom Christmas parties, or as a fun kid activity.
Get the recipe: Easy Reindeer Cupcakes
9. Reindeer Pretzel Rods
Sweet meets salty in these pretzel reindeer treats, an easy five-ingredient snack that brings instant Christmas cheer.
Dipped in milk chocolate and decorated with candy eyes, pretzel antlers, and red noses, they’re fun for kids to make and even more fun to eat.
Hand them out at parties, add them to gift bags, or enjoy them during a Rudolph movie night, because who can resist a treat this reindeer-markable? Bad holiday pun…..Check!
Get the recipe: Reindeer Pretzel Rods
10. Reindeer Oreo Balls
Antler up, it’s snack o’clock!
Just in time for some delicious Reindeer Oreo Balls. Made with only a few simple ingredients, and no baking required, you’ll have a sleigh team of sweet reindeer snacks ready in no time.
Crushed oreos, cream cheese and melting chocolate make the bodies, while pretzels, candy eyes and noses make up the cute faces.
Get the recipe: Reindeer Oreo Balls
11. Reindeer Peanut Butter Cookies
These Reindeer peanut butter cookies should be the official fuel for Christmas movie marathons and cookie decorating parties.
A chewy peanut butter cookie dough base is decorated to look like reindeer for a sweet and salty holiday snack kids, adults and Santa just can’t resist.
Christmas cookies don’t get easier, or more fun than this, especially when you bake up a batch of kitchen sink holiday cookies to go with them.
Get the recipe: Reindeer Peanut Butter Cookies
12. Reindeer Pudding Cups
Warning: may cause flying practice after eating!
Bring some holiday spirit to snack time with these Reindeer Pudding Cups, a fun and easy treat kids will love to eat, and can also help decorate from antlers to nose.
With pre-made pudding, chocolate dipped nutter butter cookies, candy eyes, and pretzel antlers, each cup turns into a cute Rudolph everyone can eat.
Get the recipe: Reindeer Pudding Cups
13. Graham Cracker Reindeer
Turn snack time into a holiday craft session with this reindeer cracker snack, where graham crackers become adorable edible Rudolphs in minutes.
Kids can frost, decorate, and carol their way through making antlers and noses that would make Santa proud.
It’s a sweet, simple, and creative way to spread Christmas cheer without too much kitchen mess.
Get the recipe: Graham Cracker Reindeer
14. DIY Reindeer Pops
These DIY reindeer lollipop crafts turn simple suckers into charming holiday treats that make classroom parties and holiday gatherings extra festive.
Using just a few craft supplies, you can whip up a whole herd of candy Rudolphs in minutes.
It’s an easy and creative way to keep the kids busy and happy during this Christmas season.
Get the recipe: DIY Reindeer Pops
15. Reindeer Cake Pops
Playful, a little fancy, and totally party worthy, these Reindeer cake pops steal the spotlight at any Christmas gathering.
Each one’s a tiny work of art, dipped in chocolate and finished with pretzel antlers and candy eyes that bring Rudolph to life.
Bite into one, and it feels like the holiday season just started humming your favorite tune.
Get the recipe: Reindeer Cake Pops
16. Rudolph’s Nose (Chocolate Cherry Thumbprint Cookies)
Rudolph Nose Cookies turn classic chocolate thumbprints into festive showstoppers with a bright cherry center that steals the snack show.
They’re quick to make, fun for kids to help with, and just the right mix of chewy and chocolatey.
One batch and your kitchen smells like Christmas magic in cookie form.
Get the recipe: Rudolph’s Nose Cookies
Final Thoughts:
From classroom celebrations to cozy movie nights, these Reindeer Snacks For Kids bring delight to every holiday gathering.
Whether you’re hosting a kids Christmas Party, prepping Christmas snacks for kids, or need a few last-minute Christmas party snacks that are fun and easy to make, these cute treats will keep little hands busy and happy.
Simple ingredients, creative designs, and plenty of chocolate and sugary goodness make each snack a hit.
So grab the pretzels, candy eyes, and frosting, it’s time to let your inner elf shine. After all, making memories in the kitchen is the sweetest gift of all.
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