Marshmallow Snowman Sticks Delight

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This charming winter treat features marshmallows threaded on sticks, decorated thoughtfully with melted chocolate for eyes, mouth, and buttons. Candy accents like orange noses, gummy scarves, pretzel arms, and chocolate hats add vibrant details. Perfect for holiday gatherings or kids’ parties, these no-bake snowman sticks come together quickly with simple ingredients and minimal preparation. Personalize decorations as you like, keeping it fun and delicious for all ages.

Updated on Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:26:00 GMT
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A whimsical and delightful no-bake treat featuring marshmallow snowmen on sticks—perfect for kids parties, holiday gatherings, or as a creative winter snack.

This was a hit at our last winter party where the kids enjoyed decorating their own snowmen.

Ingredients

  • 24 large marshmallows: For the Snowmen
  • 8 wooden skewers or cake pop sticks: For assembling the snowmen
  • 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

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Threading:
Thread three marshmallows onto each skewer to form the snowmans body and head.
Detailing Faces:
Dip a toothpick into the melted chocolate and dab on eyes, mouth, and buttons for each snowman.
Adding Noses:
Attach an orange candy or sprinkle to each snowmans face to create the carrot nose, using a bit of melted chocolate as glue.
Scarves:
Tie a gummy belt or licorice string between the top and middle marshmallow for a scarf.
Arms:
Insert two mini pretzel twists into the sides of the middle marshmallow for arms.
Hats:
Place a chocolate chip or mini peanut butter cup on top of each snowmans head using melted chocolate to secure it as a hat.
Additional Details:
Use black decorating gel for additional details if desired. Allow decorations to set before serving.
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We always enjoy making these together as a family during the holiday season; it's a fun and tasty 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

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This charming treat brightens any party table and delights kids and adults alike.

Recipe Q&A

How do I decorate the marshmallow snowmen?

Use melted chocolate to create eyes, a mouth, and buttons. Add orange candies for noses, gummy belts for scarves, pretzels for arms, and chocolate chips for hats.

What tools are needed for assembly?

Wooden skewers or cake pop sticks, toothpicks for detail work, and a microwave-safe bowl to melt the chocolate are essential.

Can this treat be made nut-free?

Yes, simply avoid using peanut butter cups for hats and choose nut-free candy decorations to ensure it’s safe for nut allergies.

How long does it take to prepare?

Preparation usually takes around 20 minutes, with no baking required, making it a quick and easy snack to assemble.

How should I store the snowman sticks?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to keep them fresh and maintain decoration integrity.

Are these snowman sticks suitable for kids?

Yes, they are fun and kid-friendly but adult supervision is recommended when handling skewers for safety.

Marshmallow Snowman Sticks Delight

Whimsical snowmen crafted with marshmallows, chocolate, and candy for a festive and fun winter treat.

Prep Time
20 min
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Overall Time
20 min
Recipe By Riley Scott


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine American

Makes 8 Number of Servings

Diet Details Meat-Free

What You’ll Need

Snowmen

01 24 large marshmallows
02 8 wooden skewers or cake pop sticks

Decoration

01 2 ounces dark or milk chocolate, melted
02 16 mini pretzel twists
03 8 orange mini candy-coated chocolates or orange sprinkles
04 8 sour gummy belts or licorice strings
05 8 chocolate chips or mini peanut butter cups
06 1 tube black decorating gel (optional)

Method

Step 01

Assemble Snowmen: Thread three marshmallows onto each skewer to form the body and head of each snowman.

Step 02

Create Facial Features and Buttons: Dip a toothpick into the melted chocolate and carefully dab eyes, mouth, and buttons onto each snowman.

Step 03

Attach Noses: Use a bit of melted chocolate to secure an orange candy or sprinkle onto each snowman's face as the carrot nose.

Step 04

Add Scarves: Tie a gummy belt or licorice string between the top and middle marshmallows to form scarves.

Step 05

Insert Arms: Insert two mini pretzel twists into the sides of the middle marshmallow to create arms.

Step 06

Top with Hats: Place a chocolate chip or mini peanut butter cup atop each snowman’s head, securing it with melted chocolate.

Step 07

Add Additional Details: Apply black decorating gel for extra details as desired. Allow decorations to set before serving.

What You’ll Need

  • Wooden skewers or cake pop sticks
  • Toothpicks
  • Small microwave-safe bowl for melting chocolate
  • Parchment paper for setting snowmen

Allergy Info

Review every ingredient for allergens and speak with a healthcare provider if you’re unsure.
  • Contains wheat (pretzels), milk (chocolate), possible nuts (peanut butter cups), gelatin (marshmallows).
  • Check labels for allergens and cross-contamination.

Nutritional info (per portion)

This data is just a guideline and shouldn’t replace medical input.
  • Energy (kcal): 155
  • Fat Content: 4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 29 g
  • Proteins: 1 g