These adorable snowman cookies are an easy no bake cookie recipe kids will love making! Perfect for classroom parties, potlucks, neighbor gifts, and holiday events. These Nutter Butter snowmen may look complicated, but with this simple recipe you can add a cheerful touch to any treat table.
These Nutter Butter snowmen are a clever way to turn simple Christmas cookies into something extra special. With just a few pantry staples like white chocolate, coconut oil, and candies, this no bake cookie recipe comes together in minutes. They’re easy to customize, swap candy colors, add mini scarves or hats- and they store beautifully for gifting or snacking all season long.
For more fun cookies try our mint M&M cookie recipe, a cool and chocolatey treat that pairs perfectly with these snowman cookies.
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Snowman Cookies Video Tutorial
Why We Love This Recipe
- Perfect for the holidays
These snowman cookies are festive, fun, and ideal for spreading cheer during the holiday season, they’re cute enough for any cookie platter or party. - Easy to make in batches
You can whip up multiple batches at once, making them perfect for sharing with neighbors, coworkers, or classmates without spending hours in the kitchen. - No-bake fun for all ages
Since there’s no oven involved, everyone can join in on the decorating fun. It’s a hands-on activity that makes the holidays even sweeter!
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- White chocolate: You can use melting wafers, almond bark, or white candy coating, whatever you have in the pantry. If it thickens while dipping, reheat for 10–15 seconds.
- Coconut oil: This keeps the coating smooth and shiny, but you can substitute it with vegetable shortening or a small amount of neutral oil if needed.
- Cookies: Classic Nutter Butters give the perfect snowman shape, but any peanut-shaped sandwich cookie will work in a pinch.
- Candy details: Mini M&M’s and candy eyeballs are easy to find during the holiday season, but feel free to use small chocolate chips, colored sprinkles, or edible markers to decorate your snowman cookies however you like.
Recipe Variations
- Marshmallow melt snowmen: Turn your snowman cookies into a gooey winter treat by pressing a toasted marshmallow between two cookies before dipping. Coat in candy melts and dust with confectioners’ sugar or powdered sugar “snow.” Finish with tiny snowflakes or sprinkles for decoration.
- Cookie dough frosted snowmen: Spread a layer of edible cookie dough frosting between two cookies before coating in chocolate. Mix the frosting with a touch of vanilla, flour (heat-treated), and a beaten egg substitute for texture. Once set, drizzle with white cookie icing and top with mini candies for a sweet twist on classic snowmen.
Equipment Used in this Recipe
- Baking sheet or cookie sheet
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Fork or dipping tool
- Parchment paper
How to Make No Bake Cookie Recipe
- Prep the tray
Line a baking sheet with parchment and set it nearby. This keeps the no bake cookie recipe moving quickly once you start dipping. - Melt the coating
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate and coconut oil. Heat 30 seconds, stir, then continue in 15-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth. Aim for a pourable consistency. - Dip the cookies
Using a fork or dipping tool, submerge one Nutter Butter at a time. Lift, tap gently to let excess drip off, and place on the parchment.
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Don’t skip the coconut oil! It helps the white chocolate stay smooth and easier to work with.
- Add faces and buttons
While still wet, press on candy eyeballs, an orange mini M&M for the nose, and three more minis down the center. - Work in singles
Finish each cookie before starting the next, this helps decorations stick cleanly to the coating. - Adjust as needed
If the chocolate thickens, rewarm 10–15 seconds in the microwave and stir until it returns to a smooth, dippable state.
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Work on one cookie at a time. Dip, decorate, and move on to the next. The chocolate sets quickly, so it’s best to finish each snowman before starting the next one.
- Chill to set
Refrigerate the tray 10–15 minutes, or leave at room temperature until firm. - Finish and serve
Once set, lift the Nutter Butter snowmen from the parchment and arrange on a platter.
Serving Suggestions
These snowman cookies make a festive addition to any dessert spread, from winter bake sales to cozy family gatherings. Serve them on a holiday cookie tray alongside hot cocoa, peppermint bark, or pumpkin pie for a sweet balance of flavors. They’re also a fun activity to do with kids who love decorating them while the adults finish dinner! Add even more color to your holiday cookie tray with our Christmas M&M cookies or eggless chocolate chip cookies, soft, chewy, and packed with festive crunch. Pair them with mugs of coffee, spiced cider, our Christmas punch recipe, or milk for a simple yet charming holiday touch.
Serve your sweets alongside a Charcuterie tree tower or Christmas tree fruit and cheese platter, a stunning centerpiece filled with savory bites that balances out your holiday desserts.
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Customize for fun
Use colored icing or candy scarves to match any holiday theme, from holiday gatherings to Christmas cookie exchanges. You can switch up the colors of the buttons or even add mini scarves or hats if you’re feeling fancy!
Recipe FAQs
Yes! These snowman cookies are perfect for prepping in advance. Once the coating has fully set, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator if your kitchen is warm.
Absolutely. You can make a similar version using sugar cookie dough or baked sugar cookies instead of Nutter Butters, just dip them in white chocolate and decorate the same way.
If your white chocolate starts to thicken as you go, just warm it back up for 10–15 seconds.
Yes, though it’s best to freeze undecorated cookies. Place them in an airtight container with parchment between layers and thaw in the refrigerator before decorating to prevent condensation.
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Nutter Butter Snowman Cookies
Equipment
- cookie sheet or baking sheet
- parchment paper
- medium microwave-safe bowl
- spoon or spatula
- fork or dipping tool
Ingredients
- 12 ounces white chocolate chips or white melting wafers
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 16 pieces Nutter Butter cookies
- edible candy eyeballs
- mini M&M’s
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. You’ll want that ready before you start dipping the cookies, so things go quickly once you begin.
- Melt (1) 12-ounce package of white chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Start with 30 seconds, stir, and continue in 15-second intervals until the mixture is smooth. Stir it well between each burst to prevent scorching.
- Dip each Nutter Butter cookie into the melted white chocolate using a fork or dipping tool. Let the excess white chocolate drip off, then gently lay it on the prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- While the coating is still wet, press on two candy eyeballs, a mini orange M&M for the nose, and three more mini M&Ms down the body for buttons.
- Let the cookies sit at room temperature or pop the tray into the fridge for about 10–15 minutes until the chocolate is set.
- Serve and ENJOY!
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Notes
- If your white chocolate starts to thicken as you go, just warm it back up for 10–15 seconds.
- Don’t skip the coconut oil! It helps the white chocolate stay smooth and easier to work with.
- You can switch up the colors of the buttons or even add mini scarves or hats if you’re feeling fancy!
- Work on one cookie at a time. Dip, decorate, and move on to the next. The chocolate sets quickly, so it’s best to finish each snowman before starting the next one.
- Marshmallow melt snowmen: Turn your snowman cookies into a gooey winter treat by pressing a toasted marshmallow between two cookies before dipping. Coat in candy melts and dust with confectioners’ sugar or powdered sugar “snow.” Finish with tiny snowflakes or sprinkles for decoration.
- Cookie dough frosted snowmen: Spread a layer of edible cookie dough frosting between two cookies before coating in chocolate. Mix the frosting with a touch of vanilla, flour (heat-treated), and a beaten egg substitute for texture. Once set, drizzle with white cookie icing and top with mini candies for a sweet twist on classic snowmen.
- These are great to make ahead! You can prep them 2–3 days before a party, cookie tray, or classroom event. Just make sure they’re completely dry before storing, and avoid exposing them to heat, as this can cause them to melt or smear.
- Once they’re completely set, store the snowmen in an airtight container. Store them at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate them if your kitchen is warm. Just make sure they’re stacked with parchment between layers if you’re stacking them up.
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Debbie says
I know I know it’s not Christmas yet, but I was scrolling my phone and this recipe caught the attention of my kid who immediately requested we try these together. So we did! And they are so adorable, super easy and the kids had fun making AND eating them!