This Easy Donut Snowman recipe is such a hit when you need something cute for a class party or a quick winter snack. If you want a no-bake treat that looks impressive but takes just minutes to make, you'll love this. These are simple and made with just 3 ingredients!
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Why You'll Love Snowman Mini Donuts
- No baking: These can be made in under 20 minutes with store-bought powdered donuts.
- Great for parties: Whether it's a holiday get-together or a class party.
- Hands-on kids recipe: Kids can help with each step -from rolling the noses to putting in the chocolate chips.
- Minimal ingredients: Just three items you may already have at home.
- Looks impressive: No one will guess how easy they were.
Donut Recipes
Easy donut recipes are popular because they save time and don't require frying or special equipment. You can use biscuit dough, cake mix, or store-bought donuts to make yummy treats. Here are some of my favorites:
- Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts
- Strawberry Shortcake Donut
- Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cake Mix Donuts
- Baked Cinnamon Donuts
Ingredients For Easy Snowman Donuts
- Mini white powdered donuts - These are used for the snowman face.
- Mini chocolate chips - For the eyes and mouth.
- Orange Starburst - These form the little "carrot" noses. You'll only need a few.
Best Kitchen Tools for Donut Snowmen
If you have kids and a kitchen, you're probably already set. But here are a few tools that help make things easier:
- Toothpicks - Can help place the chocolate chips without smudging.
- Small plate or tray - To keep the donuts steady while decorating.
- Microwave (optional) - You can use this to slightly soften the Starburst, which makes them easier to roll.
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How To Make Cute Snowman Donuts
1. Prepare the donuts: Put 8 mini white donuts on a plate so they're ready to decorate.
2. Add the eyes and mouth: Press mini chocolate chips point-side down into the donuts to form the eyes and a mouth. I used 5 chips for the mouth and 2 for the eyes.
3. Make the noses: Take an orange Starburst, cut it into four pieces, and roll each piece into a little carrot shape using your fingers. If they're too hard to work with, you can microwave it for 3-5 seconds to soften.
4. Attach the nose: Gently press the carrot nose into the hole of the donut. You don't need anything to hold it.
5. Serve and enjoy: These are best served the same day.
Tips For Making Easy Donut Snowman
Tip 1: Press the chocolate chips in slowly so the donut doesn't crumble.
Tip 2: If the Starburst is too hard to shape, microwave it for just a few seconds to soften.
Tip 3: Make sure the powdered donuts are in good shape and not too crushed so that the snowman faces look good.
FAQs For Powdered Donut Snowman
You can make them a few hours ahead, but they're best when they are made the same day. If you make these too far in advance, the noses might harden or fall out.
Try orange Tootsie Rolls or cut a small piece of a gummy instead. Even an orange Mike & Ike can work in a pinch.
Store them in a single layer in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 hours.
Snowman Treats
If you're planning a winter party or want to make some easy snowman-themed snacks with the kids, there are so many simple and fun ideas to try. These Snowman Mini Donuts are a favorite at our house, but you can also make some other fun treats.
These Hot Chocolate Spoons are great for a drink station, while these Snowman Pretzels are perfect for a sweet-and-salty combo. These Nutter Butter Snowman Cookies are an easy, no-bake option. If you're looking for something cake-like, you'll love these Snowman Whoopie Pies.
These Snowman Mini Donuts are such a fun winter treat. You can put them together at the last minute for a classroom snack or just some weekend fun. Serve them with some hot cocoa and get all warm and cozy!
📖 Recipe
Easy Donut Snowman
Ingredients
- 8 mini donuts powdered sugar variety
- 2 Starburst orange
- 56 mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Lay donuts on a tray.
- Press mini chocolate chips into the donut to form eyes and a mouth.
- Cut each Starburst into four pieces and roll into small carrot shapes.
- Press one "carrot" into the center hole of each donut.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 6 hours.
Notes
- Press the chocolate chips in slowly so the donut doesn't fall apart.
- If the Starburst is too hard to shape, pop it in the microwave for a few seconds to soften it.
- Use donuts that are still in good shape - not smushed - so the faces turn out clean and cute.
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