Save A whimsical and delightful no-bake treat featuring marshmallow snowmen on sticks—perfect for kids parties, holiday gatherings, or as a creative winter snack.
I remember making these marshmallow snowmen with my children last winter—their faces lit up with joy as they decorated each sweet little snowman.
Ingredients
- For the Snowmen: 24 large marshmallows, 8 wooden skewers or cake pop sticks
- For Decoration: 60 g (2 oz) dark or milk chocolate melted (for faces/buttons), 16 mini pretzel twists (for arms), 8 orange mini candy-coated chocolates or orange sprinkles (for noses), 8 sour gummy belts or licorice strings (for scarves), 8 chocolate chips or mini peanut butter cups (for hats), 1 tube black decorating gel (optional for detail)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Thread three marshmallows onto each skewer to form the snowman's body and head.
- Step 2:
- Dip a toothpick into the melted chocolate and dab on eyes mouth and buttons for each snowman.
- Step 3:
- Attach an orange candy or sprinkle to each snowman's face to create the carrot nose using a bit of melted chocolate as glue.
- Step 4:
- Tie a gummy belt or licorice string between the top and middle marshmallow for a scarf.
- Step 5:
- Insert two mini pretzel twists into the sides of the middle marshmallow for arms.
- Step 6:
- Place a chocolate chip or mini peanut butter cup on top of each snowman's head using melted chocolate to secure it as a hat.
- Step 7:
- Use black decorating gel for additional details if desired. Allow decorations to set before serving.
Save My family always bonds over assembling these snowmen together—it's become a cherished holiday tradition.
Required Tools
Wooden skewers or cake pop sticks, Toothpicks, Small microwave-safe bowl (for melting chocolate), Parchment paper (for setting snowmen)
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (pretzels) milk (chocolate) possible nuts (peanut butter cups) gelatin (marshmallows) Always check ingredient labels for allergens and cross-contamination if serving to those with allergies
Nutritional Information
Calories: 155 Total Fat: 4 g Carbohydrates: 29 g Protein: 1 g per snowman stick
Save Enjoy these adorable treats as a fun and tasty winter snack with family and friends.
Recipe FAQs
- → What sticks work best for assembling snowmen?
Wooden skewers or cake pop sticks both work well, providing sturdy support for marshmallow stacking.
- → How do I create facial features on the marshmallows?
Use melted chocolate with a toothpick to dot eyes, mouth, and buttons on the marshmallows once stacked.
- → What alternatives can I use for the arms?
Mini pretzel twists add a crunchy realistic touch, but other shaped candies or small licorice pieces can also work.
- → Can these be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, store the finished snowman sticks in an airtight container for up to two days before serving.
- → How to make the scarves on the snowmen?
Tie sour gummy belts or licorice strings around the middle marshmallow to create colorful scarves effortlessly.
- → Are there nut-free decoration options?
Omit mini peanut butter cups used as hats and choose nut-free candies for safe decoration alternatives.