Melted Snowman Marshmallow Krispie Treats
Adorably drippy melted snowmen made from soft, gooey marshmallow–cereal bases topped with marshmallow heads, candy faces, and pretzel-stick arms. A super fun, no-bake Christmas treat that kids love to make!
Yield: 6 snowmen
Temp: No bake
Time: 20 minutes + cooling
Key Ingredients First:
- Rice Krispie treats mixture (butter + marshmallows + cereal)
- Large marshmallows (for heads)
Full Recipe
Ingredients
For the Base:
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
For Decorating:
- 6 large marshmallows (snowman heads)
- Pretzel sticks (arms)
- Candy eyes
- Mini chocolate chips or black icing (buttons)
- Orange sprinkle or icing (carrot nose)
- Melted white chocolate or icing (optional for extra “melty” effect)
Instructions
- Make the Krispie Base:
- Melt butter in a pot over low heat.
- Add mini marshmallows and stir until fully melted.
- Mix in the Rice Krispies until evenly coated.
- Drop 6 mounds of the mixture onto parchment paper and press lightly into “melting puddle” shapes.
- Add the Snowman Heads:
- Place one large marshmallow on top of each puddle while still slightly warm so it sticks.
- Decorate the Snowmen:
- Press pretzel sticks into the sides for arms.
- Add candy eyes and chocolate-chip buttons.
- Use icing or melted chocolate to pipe a carrot nose and smile.
- Drizzle a little melted white chocolate over the marshmallow head for extra “melty snow” effect.
- Cool & Set:
- Let cool for 15–20 minutes or until firm enough to move.
Tips for the Cutest Snowmen
- Grease your hands slightly to shape the Krispie puddles easily.
- Add scarves using gummy belts or colored icing.
- For extra stability, stick the marshmallow head on with a dab of melted chocolate.
- Want them to look extra melted? Flatten the cereal bases more and drizzle more white chocolate.