When the holidays roll around, fun treats are always a hit, especially ones that look festive without requiring baking.
These reindeer donut skewers are a playful twist on Christmas donuts and come together in minutes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can turn store-bought mini donuts into Rudolph and his friends.
These mini donut skewers are ideal for kids’ parties, school events, or an easy holiday dessert to share with family.
Since they’re no bake, reindeer donuts are easy to assemble into skewered treats with kids and look festive on any Christmas dessert table.
If you enjoy reindeer treats, we’ve got more! You might also like reindeer Oreo balls, reindeer rolo pretzels, and reindeer rice Krispie treats.
The best part…
- Quick prep: 15 minutes is all it takes from start to finish.
- No baking required: Ready-to-use donuts make this recipe stress-free.
- Kid-friendly activity: A fun way for children to help in the kitchen.
- Festive and eye-catching: Perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting.
What you’ll need
Ingredients:
- Mini chocolate glazed donuts: The base for each reindeer skewer.
- Mini pretzels: Snapped in half to form antlers.
- Reese’s miniature cups: Creates Rudolph’s snout.
- M&M’s: Red for the signature red nose for Rudolph and brown for the other reindeers.
- Candy eyes: Adds personality to each donut reindeer.
- Marshmallow fluff: Works like edible glue to hold decorations.
- Twizzlers: Softened and wrapped around the donuts as a scarf.
Tools
Wooden skewers: Holds the donuts together for easy serving.
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How to make reindeer donut skewers
Thread three mini donuts onto each wooden skewer, leaving a little space at both ends.
Break pretzels in half to resemble antlers and gently press them into the top donut.
Spread marshmallow fluff on the flat side of a Reese’s cup and attach it to the lower half of the top donut, wide side down.
Press a red M&M into the center of the Reese’s using marshmallow fluff to hold it in place.
Add candy eyes just above the Reese’s and m & ms on top of the Reese’s with small dabs of fluff
Soften Twizzlers in the microwave in short bursts until flexible. Wrap one around the space between the first and second donut to look like a scarf.
Let the Twizzler set before serving.
Serving suggestions
These mini donut skewers pair well with hot chocolate, warm cider, or a tray of assorted Christmas cookies.
They also fit nicely alongside other no bake desserts for a kid-friendly holiday spread.
For more seasonal ideas, try air fryer gingerbread men or Christmas cookie bars.
Storage & make ahead tips
- Prepare the skewers a few hours before serving.
- Store them in a cool spot to prevent the chocolate from melting.
Helpful Tips
- Have extra pretzels on hand, as some may break when forming antlers.
- Use a small spatula or butter knife for neat marshmallow fluff application.
- Microwave Twizzlers in short intervals to avoid melting them.
FAQs
Yes, but chocolate gives the best reindeer look. If using plain donuts, consider dipping them in melted chocolate first.
Any flat-bottomed chocolate works, you can use Rolo chocolate candy instead.
They’ll hold up well for several hours at room temperature, making them party-friendly.
Who’s making Rudolph donut skewers today?
Reindeer donut skewers add instant holiday cheer to any dessert spread. With hardly any prep, these no bake Christmas treats are both cute and delicious, making them a festive favorite in minutes.
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Reindeer Donut Skewers
Equipment
- 8 Wooden skewers (6 inch)
Ingredients
- 24 mini chocolate glazed donuts
- 10 to 15 mini pretzels twists
- 16 candy eyes
- 8 M&M’s (red for Rudolph, brown for his friends)
- 2 tbsp marshmallow fluff
- 8 Reese’s miniature cups
- 8 Twizzlers
Instructions
- Thread three mini donuts on each skewer, leaving a little room at both ends.
- Cut or Snap pretzels in half to create antlers. Gently press a piece into each side of the top donut.
- Spread a small amount of marshmallow fluff on the flat side of a Reese’s cup, then stick it onto the bottom half of the top donut (with the wide side facing down).
- Dip each M&M in marshmallow fluff and press it into the center of the Reese’s to form the nose.
- Add the candy eyes just above the Reese’s, securing them with a dot of marshmallow fluff.
- Soften Twizzlers in the microwave in 10-second bursts until bendable. Wrap one around the space between the first and second donut to look like a scarf.
- Allow the Twizzler to firm back up before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Have extra pretzels on hand as some may break when forming the antlers.
- Microwave the twizzlers in 10 sec intervals checking in between till it’s soft enough to be used. Be careful not to melt it completely.
- These skewers can be assembled a few hours ahead of time. Keep them in a cool spot so the chocolate doesn’t melt.
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