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I came across these adorable Melted Snowman Cookies during my weekly internet quest for bowling snacks.
The moment I saw them, I knew I had to make them! They are so darn cute!! Plus, they are simple and easy to make! Between work and the craziness of the holidays, I’m all about “easy-to-make!”
Let’s gather a few things from the fridge and the pantry and get started!!
You know I didn’t even notice the cookie dough packages had two different covers on the front. Do you see how focused I was on creating these yummy cookies?! This picture shows the ingredients for TWO batches! (Y’all know I like cookies! Don’t judge!)
For ONE batch (approx 10-12 cookies), you’ll need:
1 package of Betty Crocker’s Sugar Cookie Mix
10-12 large marshmallows
your favorite white cookie icing (or use my recipe below!)
Wilton decorating tips (I used a #16 star tip from Wilton)
and your imagination!
You can use Betty Crocker Cookie Icing or make your own. I used Betty’s Red, Green, and Blue! I also used mini orange pieces from Wilton’s Rainbow Chip Crunch sprinkles for the noses, however you can also use mini M&M’s (nose will be flat) or a bit of orange frosting!
See, simple and easy! Would I lie to you?
Mix the cookie mix (does that sound weird to anyone else?) together, then take a small chunk (about the size of a golf ball) and flatten to about 1/4″-1/2″ depending on how thick you like your cookies. Remember, they are supposed to be melted snowmen so the more irregular the shapes are, the better the final product will be! Isn’t that just perfect for an Imperfect Kitchen? I think I love these cookies even more now!
Bake the cookies according to the package directions. Pull them out when they’re done and let them cool on a rack. When they are cool, ice the cookies with an offset spatula, letting some of the icing drip over the edge for that melting effect!
Spray a microwave safe plate with cooking spray and put the marshmallows on it. Cook on high for about 15-20 seconds. Watch the marshmallows carefully, you don’t want to let them get too fluffy. Spray your hand with the cooking spray (Great tip!) and pull the marshmallows carefully off the plate and set them on the frosted cookies.
Some of my marshmallows fell over, but I just left them that way! I think it gives my cookies character. HA!
Start decorating! I found it easier to do the arms and faces first, then add the rest of the details. For the arms, eyes and mouth, I used black piping gel. It comes in a small tube and is easy to use for fine details. Plus, I like the glossy look of the gel, it adds to the melting feel, don’t you think?
For the scarves and buttons, I used a variety of cookie frosting colors! I bought a set that came with different plastic piping tips that just screwed on to the cookie frosting tubes. (Thank you Betty Crocker, for making it easy!) however, if you don’t have those available in your supermarket, you can use a #16 star tip from Wilton and fill the frosting in your own decorating/piping bags. The #16 tip is nearly the same size and will give you the same look.
Aren’t they cute?
Ahhhh… I’m melting….
What? It’s going to get how hot?
For those noses, I used Wilton’s Rainbow Chip Crunch Sprinkles. It comes in a container with lots of colors and I simply picked out the orange ones. They have odd little shapes and I liked the character they brought to the cookies. You can see I used a few of the other colors to make buttons too!
All together now!
I love, love, love these cookies! The only thing I would have changed, is my icing recipe. I didn’t have clear vanilla extract when I made them, so my cookies aren’t as bright white as they should have been. It would have made them even more adorable. When you do yours, get the clear vanilla extract or use white cookie icing! Some readers even suggested using peppermint extract or almond extract to flavor the icing! Great ideas!!
Melted Snowman Cookies
- 1 package of Betty Crocker’s Sugar Cookie Mix
- 10-12 large marshmallows
- black decorating gel
- your favorite white cookie icing (or use my recipe below!)
- Wilton decorating tips (I used a #16 star tip from Wilton)
- Cookie Icing in a variety of colors
- Mini M&M candies or Wilton Rainbow Chip Crunch Sprinkles
- your imagination!
Prepare cookie mix according to package directions
Heat oven to 350 degrees or temperature indicated on cookie package mix.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Take a small golf ball size piece of dough and flatten to about 1/4″-1/2″ depending on how thick you like your cookies. Remember, they are supposed to be melted snowmen so the more irregular the shapes are, the better the final product will be.
Bake according to package directions.
Remove from oven and let cool on a baking rack.
While cookies are cooling, prepare cookie icing (recipe below)
Once cookies are completely cooled, ice the cookies with an offset spatula, letting some of the icing drip over the edge for that melting effect.
To create the heads for the snowmen spray a microwave safe plate with cooking spray and put the marshmallows on it. Cook on high for about 15-20 seconds. Watch the marshmallows carefully. Spray your hand with the cooking spray so marshmallows won't stick to your fingers and carefully move the marshmallows onto the frosted cookies. Do this quickly so they will adhere to the cookie.
To create details on the cookies, I found it easier to do the arms and faces first, then add the rest. Use black piping gel for arms, eyes and mouth.
For scarves and buttons use colored cookie icing or a variety of small colored candies. Whatever you wish!
Simple Cookie Icing Recipe
An easy and delicious way to ice your holiday (or any) cookies!
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 teaspoon whole milk
- 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract (I used homemade vanilla extract and the icing was just a little off-color. Don't do this!)
- 1 Tablespoon Light Corn Syrup
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and stir until smooth.
Lick the spoon and then use an offset spatula to ice your cookies.
The frosting won't get hard like a Royal Icing does, but will stay soft and shiny and delicious!
You really should try these! They are fun to make and fun to eat too! I had a blast making them and will probably be making them again before the season is over. Make these as a family project on a cold night and you’ve got a perfectly sweet evening! Enjoy!
Products I used for this recipe:
Half Sheet Pan with Cooling Rack
Wilton Disposable 12″ Decorating Bags
So stinking cute! I’m going to make them for my Hubby’s spring bowling party, lol. After this looong cold spring I think they will be perfect, don’t you?
Ha! I think that’s a great idea!!! Have a great time!
How do you stick the nose on so it will stay?
Hi Danielle! I used a little bit of white frosting as glue for the nose. Use a toothpick to get it exactly where you want it and just press it in. Have fun with it!
My daughter has food allergies to eggs and dairy. These will be GREAT cause we can use our sugar cookie recipe and coconut milk in the frosting and these are totally her friendly!!! So happy to find a cute and simple recipe for her & I to create together.
Hi Elizabeth! Oh I hope you and your daughter have a wonderful time decorating! Enjoy!
These are too cute! Planning to make with the kids this weekend. Thanks for the fun and easy ideas!
Can I use buttercream frosting?
Hi Rachel! Yes, of course! Have fun with it!
just checking can these be printed off – I am doing a cookie day with my grandson and would prefer he had paper to look at rather than my tablet. but I did not see a print option – only for the icing recipe. Please and thank you for your reply
Hi Gail! There are printable directions for the cookies, just above the icing recipe. Thanks for letting me know it wasn’t there. All fixed now! Enjoy your time with your grandson and happy baking!!
I made this for my niece and nephews. They loved them. They were a little to sweet for me but fun to make!
How would you store them if the icing stays soft?
Looks like fun to make with my grandson, he lives to bake
can you buy store bought icing to use?? not sure if it will work the same or not…..
Hi Michelle! Of course! It should work just fine.
Store bought icing, yeah but maybe thin it down with some milk? What do you think Michelle? BTW these are so stinking cute I would be giggling the whole time while making them. Extremely cute idea. Thanks for the recipe! :)
Hi Anna! Are you talking about thinning out the icing to spread across the cookies? That would work just fine! Thanks so much! I love these little guys. :-)
I read that wrong I was trying to reply to myimperfectkitchen. I put Michelle. Duh lol
Hahaha! No worries! Sara, here, but one of my best friends is Michelle, so I’ll take it. :-)