Santa Nutter Butter Cookies Recipe
Introduction
These festive Santa Nutter Butters are a fun and simple holiday treat that combines crunchy cookies with colorful candy decorations. Perfect for parties or gift-giving, they bring a cheerful twist to classic peanut butter cookies.
Ingredients
- 10 Nutter Butter cookies
- 10 red M&M’s
- 10 white candy sprinkle pearls
- 20 candy eye sprinkles
- 12 oz. bag red candy melts (sweet tooth fairy)
- 12 oz. bag white candy melts (sweet tooth fairy)
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt the white candy melts according to the package directions until smooth.
- Step 2: Dip the bottom half of each Nutter Butter cookie into the melted white candy and place them on parchment or freezer paper with the shiny side facing up. Press a red M&M onto each dipped section to create the nose.
- Step 3: Melt the red candy melts as directed. Using a small pastry brush, carefully brush the red candy onto the top half of each cookie to form the Santa hat. Place a white candy sprinkle pearl at the edge of the red candy as the hat’s pom-pom.
- Step 4: Use a small amount of the melted white candy melts to attach the candy eye sprinkles onto the cookies, placing two eyes on each for Santa’s face.
- Step 5: Allow all candy decorations to dry thoroughly before serving or packing.
Tips & Variations
- Use silicone baking mats or freezer paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Substitute red and white candy melts with colored chocolate or almond bark if preferred.
- For extra flair, add a light dusting of edible glitter or colored sugar over the hats before the candy sets.
Storage
Store the decorated Santa Nutter Butters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Avoid refrigeration to prevent the candy melts from sweating. If needed, reheat gently in a warm room to refresh the candy shine before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other cookies instead of Nutter Butters?
Yes, any sturdy peanut butter or sandwich cookie that holds its shape well will work nicely for this recipe.
What is the best way to melt candy melts without burning them?
Use a double boiler or microwave in short 20-30 second intervals, stirring well between each, until smooth. This prevents overheating and ensures a smooth coating.
Print
Santa Nutter Butter Cookies Recipe
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 10 decorated Santa Nutter Butter cookies 1x
Description
Create festive Santa-themed treats using Nutter Butter cookies decorated with colorful candy melts and sprinkles. These no-bake, easy-to-make cookies are perfect for holiday parties and make a fun, decorative dessert that kids and adults will love.
Ingredients
Nutter Butter Santa Cookies
- 10 Nutter Butter cookies
- 10 red M&M’s
- 10 white candy sprinkle pearls
- 20 candy eye sprinkles
Candy Melts
- 12 oz. bag red candy melts (Sweet Tooth Fairy)
- 12 oz. bag white candy melts (Sweet Tooth Fairy)
Instructions
- Melt White Candy Melts: According to the package instructions, melt the white candy melts until fully smooth and ready for dipping or brushing.
- Dip Nutter Butters: Dip the bottom half of each Nutter Butter cookie into the melted white candy melts. Carefully place each dipped cookie onto parchment or freezer paper with the shiny side facing up. Immediately press a red M&M onto each cookie to create a nose.
- Melt Red Candy Melts and Apply: Melt the red candy melts as directed. Using a small pastry brush, paint the red candy melts onto the top portion of each Nutter Butter cookie, forming the Santa hat. While the candy is still wet, place one white candy sprinkle pearl on the edge of the hat to represent the white pom-pom.
- Attach Candy Eyes: Dab a small amount of white candy melts on the back of each candy eye sprinkle and place them onto the cookie to create Santa’s eyes. Repeat this for all cookies.
- Let Dry and Serve: Allow the decorated cookies to completely dry and set at room temperature. Once dry, serve and enjoy your festive Santa Nutter Butter cookies!
Notes
- Use parchment or freezer paper to prevent sticking while candy melts set.
- If candy melts thicken before use, gently reheat in 10-second intervals to maintain smooth consistency.
- Store decorated cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- If you don’t have a pastry brush, you can use a spoon or dip more of the cookie to achieve the red hat effect.
- These cookies are a fun activity for children with adult supervision.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (melting and decorating)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Santa cookies, Nutter Butter recipe, holiday treats, candy melt cookies, Christmas dessert, easy holiday snacks, no bake cookies
