Easy Snowman Cookies That Are Almost Too Cute to Eat
Snowman cookies are one of those holiday treats that instantly make everyone smile. These adorable Oreo snowman cookie faces are festive, fun, and surprisingly easy to make. They are perfect for Christmas parties, classroom treats, cookie swaps, or a cozy afternoon baking with kids. With simple ingredients and no baking required, this is a holiday recipe anyone can pull off.
If you love easy Christmas cookie ideas, these snowman cookies fit right in with other festive favorites like snowman cookies, chocolate Christmas tree pretzels, and Mickey & Minnie doughnuts. They come together quickly, use store-bought cookies as the base, and leave plenty of room for creativity when it comes to decorating.
Kids especially love this recipe because they get to decorate their own snowmen and choose the colors for the earmuffs. Each cookie turns into its own little personality, making them just as fun to make as they are to eat. These cookies also hold up well for gifting and party trays, which makes them a great addition to any holiday dessert spread.
Handy tip: Prepare Ahead!
No baking required which makes it perfect for busy holiday schedules
Super kid friendly and great for decorating together
Uses simple store bought ingredients
Adorable presentation for parties and goodie bags
Easy to customize with different candies and colors
INGREDIENTS
- 24 Double Stuff Oreos
- 2 – 10 oz packages ghirardelli white melting wafers
- Black sugar pearl sprinkles
- Orange tic tacs
- 2 oz pack sour punch straws, cut in half
- 3.14 oz bag milk chocolate M&Ms
- Sprinkles (optional)
EQUIPMENT
Two baking sheets
Parchment paper
DIRECTIONS
- Gather your ingredients, then prepare two baking sheets with parchment paper and set it aside.
- Using a double boiler, melt the white melting wafers on low heat until smooth.
- Take one golden oreo and fully submerge it into the melted wafers and make sure it is evenly coated. Lift it out with a fork and lightly tap it on the edge of the pot a few times to remove the excess. Transfer it to the lined baking sheet then repeat with a couple more Oreos to work in small batches.
- Now it is time to decorate the snowmen faces. Add two sugar pearls for the eyes, then place an orange tic tac in the center for the nose. Give each snowman a smile by placing 4-5 sugar pearls under the tic tac.
- For the earmuffs, attach a 2-inch piece of sour punch straw for the strap. You may need to hold it in place for 10 seconds so the melts can firm up a bit. Then attach one M&M on each side of the strap.
- Repeat the steps with the rest of the oreos. Then place the snowmen on the baking sheets into the fridge for 10 minutes or until fully set.
- If you have sprinkles, you can make some extra chocolate covered oreos and sprinkle them on top. Place in the fridge until set.
Tips & Tricks
- Work in small batches when dipping the Oreos so the chocolate stays smooth and easy to work with.
- Have all decorations ready before you start dipping since the coating sets quickly.
- If the chocolate starts to thicken, gently rewarm it instead of overheating.
- Hold the earmuff pieces in place for a few seconds to help them stick securely.
- Chill the cookies briefly to help everything set faster before moving or packaging.
FAQs
Snowman Cookie
Ingredients
- 24 Double Stuff Oreos
- 2 - 10 oz packages ghirardelli white melting wafers
- Black sugar pearl sprinkles
- Orange tic tacs
- 2 oz pack sour punch straws, cut in half
- 3.14 oz bag milk chocolate M&Ms
- Sprinkles (optional)
- EQUIPMENT
- Two baking sheets
- Parchment paper
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients then prepare two baking sheets with parchment paper and set it aside.
- Using a double boiler, melt the white melting wafers on low heat until smooth.
- Take one golden oreo and fully submerge it into the melted wafers and make sure it is evenly coated. Lift it out with a fork and lightly tap it on the edge of the pot a few times to remove the excess. Transfer it to the lined baking sheet then repeat with a couple more Oreos to work in small batches.
- Now it is time to decorate the snowmen faces. Add two sugar pearls for the eyes, then place an orange tic tac in the center for the nose. Give each snowman a smile by placing 4-5 sugar pearls under the tic tac.
- For the earmuffs, attach a 2-inch piece of sour punch straw for the strap. You may need to hold it in place for 10 seconds so the melts can firm up a bit. Then attach one M&M on each side of the strap.
- Repeat the steps with the rest of the oreos. Then place the snowmen on the baking sheets into the fridge for 10 minutes or until fully set.
- If you have sprinkles, you can make some extra chocolate covered oreos and sprinkle them on top. Place in the fridge until set.
Notes
If you can’t find sugar pearls, you can use black confetti sprinkles or black cookie icing and just dot the eyes and mouth on.
Instead of tic tacs for the nose, you can use orange sprinkles or orange cookie icing and draw a line with it.
Wilton carries snowman cookie decorations that would be perfect for this. It is a pack that has black sugar pearls and little carrot shaped sprinkles for the noses.
The M&M’s can be replaced with another candy such as Skittles or even peppermint. It’s so easy to mix up with your favorites.
Substitute the double stuf golden oreos for mega stuff or another flavor like mint, peanut butter, or peppermint.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
24Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 193Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 141mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 1gSugar: 18gProtein: 1g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
