Red-Nose Reindeer

1. Prepare Basic Dough. Knead in cocoa powder until combined. Divide dough in half. If necessary, cover and chill dough 1 to 2 hours or until easy to handle. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Shape each half of dough into an 8-inch square. Cut each square into sixteen 2-inch squares. Halve each square diagonally to make 64 triangles. 

2. Place triangles 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet. For each reindeer, place two pretzel twists just under a long edge of each triangle for the antlers. Place a candied cherry half or a chocolate-covered peanut for nose in the point opposite the pretzels. Add miniature chocolate pieces for eyes. 

3. Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let cool. Makes 64 reindeer.