Name: Melting Snowman Cookies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 24 cookies
Cuisine: American

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February 10, 2026

These Melting Snowman Cookies are the kind of holiday treat that makes everyone smile. With ready to bake sugar cookie dough and simple decorations. They’re festive, fun, and surprisingly easy to make, even if you’re short on time or baking experience. Perfect for cookie swaps, classroom parties, or a cozy afternoon in the kitchen with kids.

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Melting Snowman Cookies

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 6 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Arrange the cookies on the baking sheet, 2-3 inches apart. Bake for 13-15 minutes, until done.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool completely for 10 minutes.

Cut the Reese’s Cups in half.

Add the powdered sugar to a small bowl and gradually stir in the milk, until you have a thick icing. Too thin, and it will spread too much.

Work in batches of 3 for the next steps, unless you have help.

Add a small spoonful of icing to the center of each cookie, then gently spread out. It does not need to be a perfect circle because these are “melting” snowmen.

Gently place a half Reese’s Mini Cup at the top center of each cookie for the hat.

Now arrange 2 mini chocolate chips (point side down) under the hat for the eyeballs.

Gently drop an orange sprinkle slightly under and between the eyes for the nose.

Arrange 2 Mini M&Ms under that for the buttons.

Allow the icing to set completely for 20-30 minutes.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Cookie Dough Temperature Trick 🧊
Slightly chill your sugar cookie dough before rolling out to prevent spreading and maintain the snowman's shape during baking.
Marshmallow Melting Magic 🍬
Microwave marshmallows for just 10-15 seconds to create the perfect 'melted' body effect, and let them cool slightly before placing on cookies.
Decorating Precision Pro 🎨
Use tweezers or toothpicks for precise placement of mini chocolate chips for eyes and M&Ms for buttons to create adorable, detailed snowmen.
Icing Consistency Control 🥄
Mix powdered sugar with just a few drops of milk to create the perfect dripping 'melted' effect for your snowman's body.
Storage Secret Weapon 🏠
Store decorated cookies between layers of parchment paper in an airtight container to prevent sticking and maintain their cute design.