Sweet Meltdowns: Easy Melted Snowman Nutter Butter Treats
When winter gives you snow, make snowmen—but when your snowmen melt, make these! These Melted Snowman Nutter Butters are the perfect mix of adorable and delicious, turning a classic cookie into a sweetly tragic winter treat. Each one looks like Frosty had a little too much fun by the fireplace, complete with candy eyes and a chocolate hat sinking into the “snow.” They’re easy enough for kids to help decorate and cute enough to melt anyone’s heart. So grab your cookies and candy melts—it’s time to embrace the meltdown in the tastiest way possible!
Why you should make these cookie treats:
- Adorably festive: They look like melted snowmen, making them perfect for winter parties or holiday cookie trays.
- Super easy to make: No baking required!
- Kid-friendly fun: A great hands-on activity for kids (and adults who still believe in snow day magic).
- Crowd-pleasing flavor: The combo of sweet white candy coating and crunchy peanut butter cookies is irresistible.
- Perfect conversation starter: These cookies are so cute, everyone will be talking (and laughing) about them before taking a bite!
These Melted Snowman Nutter Butter treats are great for:
- Holiday cookie exchanges – Guaranteed to stand out among the sugar cookies and gingerbread men.
- Winter parties – A fun, frosty-themed treat that fits the season.
- Classroom parties – Easy to transport and sure to make kids giggle.
- Family movie nights – The perfect snack for watching your favorite snowy classics.
- Office potlucks – Bring a bit of winter whimsy to the break room.
- Snow day baking fun – Make them while you’re stuck inside watching the real snow melt!
- Winter weddings or baby showers – Add a playful touch to a dessert table.
- Gift boxes or cookie tins – A cute, homemade treat that’s as fun to look at as it is to eat.
Melted Snowman Nutter Butter Treats
Makes 15 cookies
Prep time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 15 Nutter Butter cookies
- 12 ounces white candy melts
- 15 pretzel sticks
- 30 chocolate chips
- 45 M&Ms
- 8 mini peanut butter cups, cut in half
Instructions
Melt the white candy according to the package instructions.
Dip each Nutter Butter in the melted white chocolate and place on a piece of parchment paper, then use a spoon to add extra white chocolate along the sides of the cookie to give it a melted look.
Break a pretzel stick in half and place one half on each side of the cookie to make arms.
Add two chocolate chip eyes and three M&M buttons.
Place one peanut butter cup half on top of the snowman to make a hat.
Allow the white chocolate to cool and harden before serving.
FAQ – Melted Snowman Nutter Butters
Can I make these cookies ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can make them up to 3 days in advance. Just store them in an airtight container at room temperature—no fridge needed.
What kind of candy melts work best?
White vanilla or white chocolate candy melts both work great. If you prefer, you can also use white almond bark for a smooth, glossy finish.
Can I use something other than Nutter Butters?
Yes! Because you’re coating the cookie with a puddle of candy, you can use any cookie you like! If they’re larger, you might need more candy melts so be sure to buy extra.
How can I keep the decorations from smudging?
Once you’ve added your candy decorations, allow the treats to harden before you move them into a container. You can put them in the fridge for a few minutes if you’re in a hurry!
Tips & Tricks
- Work in batches: Create a few cookies at a time so the candy coating doesn’t harden before you decorate.
- Add personality: Tilt hats, angle scarves, or give each snowman a different “expression” for extra charm.
- Speed up setting time: Pop the decorated cookies in the fridge for 5–10 minutes to help the candy firm up quickly.
- Keep it clean: Place parchment paper under your workspace for easy cleanup (and to prevent sticky snowmen disasters!).
Looks like our snowmen couldn’t handle the heat—but at least they went out deliciously! These Melted Snowman Nutter Butters are proof that even a winter meltdown can be sweet, silly, and totally irresistible. Whether you’re serving them at a holiday party or just need a cozy kitchen project on a snowy afternoon, they’re guaranteed to spread smiles. So grab your candy melts, embrace the mess, and let your inner snow sculptor shine—before these frosty friends melt away!
