Save to Pinterest 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 enjoy making these with my family during the holidays because they bring smiles to everyone's faces and are so easy to customize.
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 to Pinterest This recipe has become a beloved family tradition where kids love helping assemble and decorate their own snowmen.
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
Per snowman stick: Calories 155, Total Fat 4 g, Carbohydrates 29 g, Protein 1 g
Save to Pinterest This simple treat is perfect for holiday parties and brings a touch of whimsy to any gathering.
Common Recipe Questions
- → How do I assemble the marshmallow snowmen?
Thread three marshmallows onto each skewer to form the body and head, then decorate with melted chocolate and candies.
- → What can I use for the snowmen’s arms?
Mini pretzel twists make perfect arms when inserted into the middle marshmallow.
- → How do I attach the facial features?
Use melted chocolate as glue to add eyes, mouth, buttons, and an orange candy nose on each snowman.
- → Are there alternatives for the hats?
Chocolate chips or mini peanut butter cups work well as hats on top of the snowmen's heads.
- → How should these be stored?
Keep the snowman sticks in an airtight container for up to two days to maintain freshness.
- → Can kids safely assemble these treats?
Adult supervision is recommended when handling skewers or small candies to ensure safety.