Marshmallow Snowman Sticks

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This creative winter snack brings marshmallows to life as charming snowmen on sticks. With simple assembly steps like threading marshmallows, dipping in chocolate for facial details, and adding pretzel arms and candy scarves, it offers a no-bake solution ideal for holiday fun or kids' celebrations. Customizable decorations allow for personal touches, making this treat as delightful to make as it is to enjoy.

Updated on Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:30:00 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.

I enjoy making these marshmallow snowmen with my kids during the holiday season it creates lasting memories and tasty treats

Ingredients

  • 24 large marshmallows: For the snowmen body and head
  • 8 wooden skewers or cake pop sticks: To hold the marshmallows
  • 60 g (2 oz) dark or milk chocolate, melted: For faces and 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 snowmans 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 snowmans 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 snowmans 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.
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This recipe always brings smiles when we make it together as a family especially watching the kids decorate their 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

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Enjoy these cute marshmallow snowmen as a fun and tasty winter treat your family will love

Recipe FAQs

What tools are needed for making marshmallow snowman sticks?

Wooden skewers or cake pop sticks, toothpicks for decorating, a small microwave-safe bowl to melt chocolate, and parchment paper for setting are essential.

How do I create the snowman’s facial features and buttons?

Dip a toothpick into melted chocolate and dab it onto marshmallows to form eyes, mouth, and buttons.

What alternatives can be used for the scarves and arms?

Gummy belts or licorice strings make great scarves, while mini pretzel twists serve well as arms.

Can these treats be made nut-free?

Yes, simply avoid using peanut butter cups and choose nut-free decoration options.

How should marshmallow snowman sticks be stored?

Keep them in an airtight container for up to two days to maintain freshness.

Is adult supervision needed?

Yes, especially when handling skewers with small children to ensure safety.

Marshmallow Snowman Sticks

A fun and easy no-bake treat with marshmallow snowmen decorated with chocolate, pretzels, and candy accents.

Prep Time
20 min
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Overall Time
20 min
Created by Evan Brooks


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine American

Makes 8 Portions

Diet Preferences Vegetarian-Friendly

What You'll Need

Snowmen

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

Decoration

01 2 oz 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)

How To Make It

Step 01

Form snowmen bodies: Thread three marshmallows onto each wooden skewer or cake pop stick sequentially to form the snowmen body and head.

Step 02

Add facial features and buttons: Dip a toothpick into melted chocolate and carefully apply eyes, mouth, and buttons onto each snowman.

Step 03

Attach noses: Secure an orange candy or sprinkle to each snowman’s face to represent a carrot nose, using a small amount of melted chocolate as adhesive.

Step 04

Tie scarves: Tie a sour gummy belt or licorice string snugly between the top and middle marshmallows to create a scarf.

Step 05

Insert arms: Insert two mini pretzel twists into opposite sides of the middle marshmallow to serve as arms.

Step 06

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

Step 07

Apply additional details: Use black decorating gel to add optional details. Let all decorations set fully before serving.

Equipment Needed

  • Wooden skewers or cake pop sticks
  • Toothpicks
  • Small microwave-safe bowl
  • Parchment paper

Allergy Info

Review all items for potential allergens. If needed, ask a medical expert.
  • Contains wheat (pretzels), milk (chocolate), possible nuts (peanut butter cups), gelatin (marshmallows).
  • Check ingredient labels carefully for allergens and cross-contamination.

Nutrition Details (per serving)

Details given for reference only—contact your doctor for personal advice.
  • Caloric Value: 155
  • Fats: 4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 29 g
  • Proteins: 1 g