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The Best Melted Snowman Peanut Butter Cookies


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  • Author: Emily Carter
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Bring magic to your holiday table with these adorable and delicious Melted Snowman Peanut Butter Cookies! Perfect for festive cookie trays, school parties, or fun baking days with the kids, this easy recipe combines soft, chewy peanut butter cookies with a creative snowy twist. Each snowman melts charmingly across the top of the cookie, complete with expressive faces made from icing and candy. Whether you’re searching for holiday baking ideas, a cute Christmas cookie project, or a winter treat that’s both tasty and fun, this is the perfect easy recipe to make your season brighter.


Ingredients

0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened

0.5 cup creamy peanut butter

0.5 cup granulated sugar

0.5 cup packed brown sugar

1 large egg

0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

1.25 cups all-purpose flour

0.75 teaspoon baking soda

0.5 teaspoon baking powder

0.25 teaspoon salt

12 large marshmallows

1.5 cups white melting chocolate or vanilla candy melts

black decorating gel or melted dark chocolate

orange decorating gel or candy

optional: mini chocolate chips, candy eyes, or sprinkles


Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix well until combined.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.

3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop out tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

4. While cookies are cooling, cut each marshmallow in half widthwise. Place cut side down on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave for 5-8 seconds until puffed but not melted. Place one marshmallow on each cookie.

5. Melt white chocolate or candy melts according to package instructions. Spoon a generous amount over each marshmallow, letting it drip for a melted effect.

6. Decorate using black gel or melted chocolate for eyes, smile, and buttons. Add orange gel for the nose. Use candy eyes or sprinkles for extra personality.

7. Let the cookies sit at room temperature or refrigerate until the topping and decorations are completely set.

Notes

Don’t overbake—the cookies will continue to cook slightly after removal from the oven.

Prep all decorating items beforehand to make assembly smooth and fun.

For perfect shapes, use a cookie scoop to ensure uniformity and even baking.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg