Back in our kitchen during the holidays, the counters were always dusted with cocoa and powdered sugar. My mom had a way of turning simple ingredients into magic—especially when the oven was too busy with the main course. That’s when we’d pull out a saucepan and make stovetop treats that didn’t need baking at all. These Snowman No Bake Cookies take me right back to those moments. They’re creamy, chewy, and sweet, with just the right touch of holiday fun. Trust me on this—once you make them, they’ll become a new family favorite faster than you can say “snow day.”
Why You’ll Love These Snowman No Bake Cookies
Let me tell you—these cookies are a game-changer. The mix of crushed cookies and cream cheese gives a soft, truffle-like texture, while a white chocolate shell sets into a perfect snowy finish. They come together fast, set beautifully in the fridge, and make a fun kitchen project for kids. The best part? You can decorate each one differently—give your snowmen scarves, hats, or even little candy noses. Between you and me, it’s hard not to smile when you see them lined up on the counter like a sweet little snow parade.
Snowman No Bake Cookies
Equipment
- Food processor or rolling pin
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Parchment Paper
- Cookie Scoop
- microwave-safe bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 3 cups crushed chocolate sandwich cookies about 36 cookies
- 16 oz white baking chocolate melted
- 20 mini peanut butter cups for hats
- 20 orange candy sprinkles or mini chocolate-coated candies for noses
- 4 oz red fondant for scarves
- Black icing for eyes, mouths, and buttons
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed cookies and softened cream cheese. Stir until fully blended into a thick dough.
- Roll the mixture into 20 large balls (for bodies) and 20 smaller balls (for heads).
- Place on parchment-lined trays and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or in the freezer for 10 minutes.
- Melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, coating evenly. Place on parchment paper and refrigerate for 20 minutes to set.
- Use a dab of melted chocolate to “glue” one small ball (head) on top of each large ball (body).
- Attach mini peanut butter cups as hats, orange candies for noses, and wrap red fondant scarves around each neck.
- Pipe eyes, mouths, and buttons with black icing.
- Chill again briefly before serving for best texture.
Notes
Freezing: Avoid freezing—white chocolate may crack when thawed.
Humidity Tip: If your kitchen is humid, let the coated snowmen set in the fridge slightly longer for a firm, glossy finish.
Troubleshooting: If the white chocolate thickens while dipping, reheat in short bursts and stir until smooth again.
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Conclusion
These Snowman No Bake Cookies are pure joy—creamy centers, snowy shells, and endless decorating fun. If you’re already in the holiday spirit, you’ll also love my No Bake Gingerbread Cookie Balls for that cozy spice flavor or try the festive No Bake Christmas Tree Cookies that kids can decorate just as easily. Between you and me, they’re all proof that holiday magic doesn’t need an oven.