How do I keep Melted Snowman Sugar Cookies soft?

Don’t overbake them. Bake until edges are lightly golden, then store in an airtight container with a piece of bread or marshmallow to keep them soft.

Can I make Melted Snowman Sugar Cookies ahead of time?

Yes! Bake and store undecorated cookies up to 3 days ahead. Decorate before serving or freeze the plain cookies for later.

What sugar cookie dough works best?

Use store-bought dough or my Cut-Out Sugar Cookie Dough . It holds its shape and tastes buttery.

How do I stop the icing from running?

Make sure the icing isn’t too thin. Add more powdered sugar if it spreads too fast or a few drops of milk if it’s too thick.

What can I use instead of marshmallows?

Try white chocolate truffles, fondant balls, or mini powdered donuts for cute snowman heads.

Can I make them gluten-free or dairy-free?

Yes. Use gluten-free cookie dough and plant-based butter or milk. Most marshmallows are already dairy-free.

How long do Melted Snowman Sugar Cookies last?

They stay fresh for 3–4 days in an airtight container or up to a week in the fridge.

How should I package them for gifts?

Let icing dry, then pack in cellophane bags or boxes with ribbons. Add Christmas Snowball Cookies for a festive mix.

Melted Snowman Sugar Cookies Fun Christmas Treats

Name: Melted Snowman Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients: Sugar cookie dough (store-bought or homemade); Large marshmallows; Orange sparkly gel; Black sparkly gel; Edible glitter spray; 1 ½ cups powdered sugar; ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 2–3 tablespoons milk

Description

These Melted Snowman Sugar Cookies are cute, festive, and perfect for holiday baking with kids. Fun to decorate and irresistibly sweet!

Ingredients

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Sugar cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
Large marshmallows
Orange sparkly gel
Black sparkly gel
Edible glitter spray
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2–3 tablespoons milk

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Instructions

Preheat oven according to your sugar cookie dough directions.
Roll out dough and cut into round shapes. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake until golden at the edges, then cool completely.
Slice bottom third off marshmallows so they sit flat. Use gels to draw snowman faces.
Whisk powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth icing forms.
Spoon icing onto cooled cookies to resemble melting snow. Spray lightly with edible glitter.
Place a marshmallow head on each cookie and use black gel to draw arms and buttons.

Notes

Cool cookies completely before icing. Use thicker icing for best results. Decorate quickly before the icing sets.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Cookies
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Holiday

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 140
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 70mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 10mg