Step 1

If using cookie dough, take small sections of cookie dough and push down in round baking pan. The sections should be touching to ensure the entire pan is covered.

Step 2

Follow baking directions on preferred cookie dough for over temperature and bake time.

Step 3

Once cooled, cut into 8 pieces. Transfer to serving platter if desired.

Step 4

Add frosting to outer rim of cookie cake. I use a piping bag with a star tip to make small rosettes. You can also use Whipped Cream if you add it directly before serving (It will only hold its shape for an hour or so.)

Step 5

Add festive sprinkles to frosting perimeter.

Step 6

Place two pretzels for each reindeer section.

Step 7

Using frosting to adhere googly eyes and M & M’s.

Step 8

Use one red M & M for Rudolph piece