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A festive featured image promoting the making of homemade Reindeer Food for Santa's helpers.
Lady Maria

Easy Reindeer Food

This easy Reindeer Food recipe is the perfect way to fuel Santa's reindeer for their long Christmas Eve journey. It combines oats, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, edible glitter, and brown sugar for a balanced and appealing snack that's safe for the environment and your lawn.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Christmas
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Rolled Oats not instant
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries chopped
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds unsalted
  • 1/4 cup Edible Glitter food-grade only!
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Airtight container

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds.
  2. Sprinkle the edible glitter and brown sugar over the oat mixture.
  3. Gently toss all ingredients together until evenly distributed. Be careful not to crush the oats.
  4. Store in an airtight container until Christmas Eve.
  5. On Christmas Eve, sprinkle the Reindeer Food in your yard, remembering to choose a safe location away from roads and pets.

Notes

Only use food-grade edible glitter, as regular glitter is toxic. You can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a subtle flavor boost. Be mindful of potential allergies and avoid nuts if necessary. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.