Snowman Rice Krispie Treats
When the holidays roll around, we’re always looking for festive treats that bring a smile to everyone’s face. These Snowman Rice Krispie Treats are just the thing! Adorably decorated and perfectly sweet, they’re ideal for classroom parties, holiday movie nights, or edible gifting.
This recipe is a personal favorite; we’ve made it year after year with our little ones, and it’s become a beloved tradition. Decorating each snowman brings out the creativity in everyone (and a bit of a friendly decorating competition, too!).
If you’re looking for more holiday treats, check out our Snowman Cake Pops, Snowman Truffles, or Snowman Cupcakes, they’re all just as fun and festive.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- So easy to make: Minimal ingredients and no baking required.
- Kid-friendly activity: Perfect for little hands to help decorate.
- Customizable: Mix up the scarves, buttons, and expressions.
- Great for gifting: Wrap them up for a sweet and memorable holiday present.
Ingredients
We’ve made this list to help you save time on your next trip to the grocery store. You can find the full amounts needed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
You’ll need your basic Rice Krispies treat staples, butter, marshmallows, and cereal, along with a few fun decorating extras. For the icing, powdered sugar and milk are all it takes (with a hint of peppermint extract if you like!). Candy decorations like sprinkles, sour ropes, and peppermint candies turn these simple treats into charming little snowmen.
Variations
- Chocolate lovers: Dip the bottoms in melted white or dark chocolate.
- Colorful crew: Use colored icing or food markers for vibrant faces.
- Different shapes: Cut them into circles using a cookie cutter for round snowmen.
- Add sparkle: Sprinkle with edible glitter or shimmer sugar for a magical touch.
Instructions
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Melt butter and marshmallows until smooth.
- Stir in cereal and press mixture into a greased pan.
- Once cool, cut into squares or rectangles.
- Mix icing with powdered sugar and milk.
- Ice the entire top of the treat.
- While the glaze is still wet, add the decorations.
Expert Tips
- Grease your hands or spatula to press the mixture without sticking.
- Let treats cool completely before decorating.
- Use icing as glue to keep decorations in place.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh for several days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Yes! They stay fresh for up to 3–4 days in an airtight container.
Freezing isn’t ideal since the decorations can get damaged when thawing, but undecorated treats freeze well.
You can skip it or replace with vanilla extract for a more classic icing flavor.
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📖Recipe
Want to make this recipe? Print the recipe card below, or pin this recipe, so you can find it later.
Snowman Rice Krispie Treats
Equipment
- large pot
- Mixing Bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- 8×8-inch baking pan
- Knife
- Parchment or cooking spray
Ingredients
Rice Krispie Treats
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons milk
- Peppermint extract optional
Decorations
- Black round sprinkles eyes
- Orange jimmies nose
- Black jimmies smile
- Red or green round sprinkles buttons
- Sour ropes or sour tape candy scarves
- Starlight peppermint candies earmuffs
Instructions
Make the Rice Krispie Treats:
- Melt butter in a large pot over low heat. Stir in marshmallows until smooth and melted. Mix in Rice Krispies cereal until everything is coated.
Shape and Cool:
- Press the mixture into a greased 8×8 inch pan. Let cool completely, then cut into 9 squares or rectangles.
Make the Icing:
- In a bowl, mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth and spreadable. Add a drop of peppermint extract if you want a minty flavor.
Decorate the Snowmen:
- Spread icing over the top of each square. Add 2 black sprinkles for eyes, 1 orange jimmy for the nose, and 5 black jimmies for the smile. Place 3 colored sprinkles down the center for buttons.
Add Accessories:
- Cut sour ropes in half and tie around each snowman to make scarves. Attach two starlight peppermints on the sides as earmuffs, using a little icing as glue if needed.
Notes
- For extra detail, pipe a small strip of icing between the peppermint candies to make a headband for the earmuffs.
- Dust with powdered sugar or coconut for a snowy look.
- Wrap individually in clear treat bags for gifting or party favors.
- Switch up scarf colors and buttons to make each snowman unique.
Disclaimer
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
