Snowman Donut Skewers

These Snowman Donut Skewers are an adorable winter treat that’s part dessert, part craft. With just a few simple store-bought ingredients, you can create a sweet snowman snack that’s fun for kids and adults alike. They’re perfect for classroom parties, holiday gatherings, or a cozy winter afternoon at home.

I love the winter season. It’s full of creativity—from fun food treats like Polar Bear Marshmallows, Cinnamon Stick Marshmallow Buddies, and Easy Rudolph Brownies, to festive craft projects like Sugar Cone Christmas Tree Craft and Pipe Cleaner Ornament Wreath Craft. Creating these cute, easy-to-make ideas is a fun way to celebrate the season, get the kids involved, and add a little extra magic to your holiday gatherings.

Kids will love these powdered sugar snowman donuts. They can have fun stacking the donuts, decorating the faces, and giving each snowman its own little personality. It’s a simple, no-bake project that brings plenty of smiles all season long.

Why You’ll Love this Idea

Fun & festive: These little snowmen are full of personality and charm.

Simple ingredients: You only need a few store-bought items- no baking required.

Kid-friendly: A great hands-on treat-making project for kids.

Perfect for parties or a fun breakfast: Cute enough for a dessert table, easy enough to make in batches.

Here are the Ingredients You’ll Need

For each snowman

Mini powdered donuts (3 per skewer)

White treat sticks or skewers (8 inch)

Mini Reese’s peanut butter cups (1 per skewer, for the hat)

Mini chocolate chips (for eyes and smile)

Brown M&Ms (for buttons)

Orange Mike & Ike candies (for the nose)

White frosting (to attach the nose and optional bow)

Small red and white polka dot bows (optional, for Frosty’s scarf — found in the ribbon section at Walmart)

How to Make these Donut Snowman Skewers

Build the body: Push three mini powdered donuts onto a white treat stick to form the snowman’s body.

Add the hat: Place a mini Reese’s cup upside down on top of the stick.

Make the face: Use mini chocolate chips for the eyes and smile, pressing the pointed ends into the top donut.

Add the buttons: Gently push brown M&Ms into the centers of the two lower donuts.

Create the nose: Dab a bit of white frosting on the end of an orange Mike & Ike and place it into the center of the top donut.

Add a bow (optional): Use frosting to attach a red and white polka dot ribbon below the head to finish the look – or – try an edible scarf version with pull-n-peel licorice.

Variations

Try colorful M&Ms or sprinkles for fun, festive buttons.

Replace the Reese’s cup with a Rolo for a top hat.

Add a scarf made of fruit roll-up strips instead of ribbon for an edible twist.

What to Serve With

Pair these adorable treats with:

• A mug of hot cocoa topped with marshmallows
• A platter of Christmas cookies like these Christmas Cut Out Sugar Cookies, Rudolph cookies, and Iced Thumbprint Cookies.
• Holiday snack mix or popcorn

They make a festive addition to any winter dessert spread or hot chocolate bar.

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FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes! You can assemble them a few hours in advance. Just store them in an airtight container until serving time.

Can I use different candies?

Absolutely. Mini M&Ms, candy-coated chocolates, or small icing decorations all work well.

Do I have to use treat sticks?

No – bamboo skewers, paper straws, or even lollipop sticks work perfectly.

Storing

Keep your snowman skewers covered in a cool, dry place for up to 2 days.

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