Chocolate Christmas Mice Cookies

Delight your friends and family this holiday season with these whimsical and festive Chocolate Christmas Mice Cookies! Perfect for Christmas parties and gifting, these no-bake treats combine the richness of semi-sweet chocolate with the playful allure of maraschino cherries and almonds, forming adorable mouse-shaped cookies. Each "mouse" is decorated with mini chocolate chips for eyes and noses, while a touch of red or pink decorating gel adds festive charm. With their clever design and irresistible flavor, these cookies are a hit with kids and adults alike. Prep time is just 45 minutes, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar adds a snowy, holiday-inspired finish. Simple to make yet full of festive cheer, these charming cookies are sure to be the star of your Christmas dessert table!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 36 pieces Whole almonds
• 36 pieces Maraschino cherries (with stems, drained and patted dry)
• 72 pieces Mini chocolate chips
• 1 tube Red or pink decorating gel
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium heatproof bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and the heavy cream. Heat them using a double boiler setup or in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.

Step 2

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.

Step 3

Hold a maraschino cherry by its stem and dip it into the melted chocolate, coating it entirely. Place it on the prepared baking sheet with the stem sticking out to resemble a 'tail.' Repeat for all cherries.

Step 4

Before the chocolate on each cherry sets, press a whole almond on either side of the cherry to create 'ears.'

Step 5

Attach a mini chocolate chip (flat side facing the cherry) to form the 'nose.' Add two mini chocolate chips as 'eyes' on each mouse by carefully pressing them into place.

Step 6

Use a red or pink decorating gel to add an extra festive touch by defining the nose or creating tiny bows on the mouse's 'tails.'

Step 7

Let the mice cool and set completely either at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.

Step 8

If desired, lightly dust the finished mice with powdered sugar to mimic snow for a holiday effect.

Step 9

Carefully transfer the Chocolate Christmas Mice Cookies to a serving platter and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(812.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2944.2

Total Fat 156.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 120mg	0%
Sodium 91.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 411.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.0g	0%
Total Sugars 329.9g
Protein 32.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 144.6mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 326.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.1%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 51.8%