Peanut Butter Christmas Mice

1.In a large mixing bowl, cream peanut butter, butter, sugar, and brown sugar.

2.Beat in egg and vanilla.

3.Combine the flour and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture.

4.Refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle.

5.Roll into 1-inch balls.

6.Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.

7.Pinch each ball at one end to taper.

8.Insert two peanut halves in center of each ball for ears.

9.Add one M&M baking bit for nose and two chocolate chips for eyes.

10.Arrange holly and berry candies in front of one ear.

11.Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes or until set.

12.Gently insert one licorice piece into each warm cookie for tail.

13.Remove to wire racks to cool completely.