Mini Donut Snowman Stack

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This delightful treat features mini powdered sugar donuts carefully stacked on wooden skewers to form charming snowmen. Decorated with candy eyes, orange candy noses, chocolate chip mouths, and pretzel stick arms, they bring a festive touch to any occasion. Optional fruit leather scarves and colored icing details add playful color. No baking is needed, making it an easy and fun activity for kids and holiday gatherings. Serve immediately or chill briefly for a firmer set.

Updated on Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:17:00 GMT
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Adorable and fun mini donut snowmen stacked on skewers—a perfect, no-bake winter snack for kids parties or holiday treats.

This recipe was a hit at our last kids winter party and everyone loved making their own snowman stacks.

Ingredients

  • Donuts & Decorations: 24 mini powdered sugar donuts, 8 mini orange candy-coated chocolates (such as Reeses Pieces), 24 mini chocolate chips, 16 candy eyes, 8 small pretzel sticks (halved for arms), 8 wooden skewers
  • Optional: 8 fruit leather strips (for scarves), Colored icing or edible markers (for buttons and details)

Instructions

Step 1:
Carefully thread 3 mini powdered donuts onto each skewer to form the snowmans body.
Step 2:
Gently press 2 candy eyes into the top donut of each stack.
Step 3:
Use a mini orange candy as the nose, inserting it into the center of the top donut.
Step 4:
Place mini chocolate chips below the nose to create a mouth.
Step 5:
Insert 2 pretzel stick halves into either side of the middle donut for arms.
Step 6:
(Optional) Tie a fruit leather strip around the neck (between top and middle donut) as a scarf.
Step 7:
Decorate with colored icing or edible markers for buttons and extra features if desired.
Step 8:
Serve immediately, or refrigerate briefly to help everything set.
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My kids loved stacking their own snowmen and enjoyed adding personal touches like scarves and buttons.

Preparation Time

15 minutes

Serving Suggestions

Great for winter parties, holiday gatherings, or as a fun snack anytime.

Storage Tips

Store assembled snowmen in the refrigerator briefly to help them set before serving.

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Easy-to-make mini donut snowman recipe, perfectly stacked and colorful for a festive snack. | freshymeals.com

This easy recipe brings joy to gatherings and is sure to be a seasonal favorite.

Recipe FAQs

How do I assemble the mini donut snowmen?

Thread three mini powdered donuts onto a wooden skewer, then add candy eyes, an orange candy nose, chocolate chip mouth, and pretzel stick arms for the classic snowman look.

Can I make these snowmen ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare them in advance and refrigerate briefly to help them set before serving.

What are some decoration alternatives?

Use fruit leather strips as scarves, colored icing or edible markers for buttons and details, or swap candy pieces for allergy-friendly options.

Are these suitable for nut allergies?

Ensure candy decorations are nut-free by checking labels. You may also substitute candies to avoid allergens.

What tools are needed for assembly?

You'll need wooden skewers and optionally a small knife for making holes if necessary. A serving platter is useful for presentation.

Mini Donut Snowman Stack

Adorable mini donut snowmen stacked on skewers, perfect for winter snacks or festive occasions.

How long to prep
15 min
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Overall time
15 min
Recipe by Freshymeals Lily Carter

Dish category Sweet Light Treats

Skill level Easy

Cuisine type American

Makes 8 Serving size

Dietary details Vegetarian option

What you need

Donuts & Decorations

01 24 mini powdered sugar donuts
02 8 mini orange candy-coated chocolates (e.g., Reese's Pieces)
03 24 mini chocolate chips
04 16 candy eyes
05 8 small pretzel sticks, halved for arms
06 8 wooden skewers

Optional

01 8 fruit leather strips for scarves
02 Colored icing or edible markers for buttons and details

Steps to follow

Step 01

Assemble snowman body: Thread 3 mini powdered donuts onto each skewer to form the snowman's body.

Step 02

Attach eyes: Gently press 2 candy eyes into the top donut of each stack.

Step 03

Add nose: Insert a mini orange candy into the center of the top donut as the nose.

Step 04

Create mouth: Place mini chocolate chips below the nose to form the mouth.

Step 05

Insert arms: Insert 2 pretzel stick halves into either side of the middle donut to represent arms.

Step 06

Add scarf (optional): Tie a fruit leather strip around the neck, between the top and middle donuts, to serve as a scarf.

Step 07

Decorate: Use colored icing or edible markers to add buttons and extra features as desired.

Step 08

Serve or chill: Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly to help decorations set.

Tools you’ll need

  • 8 wooden skewers
  • Small knife for hole making if necessary
  • Serving platter

Allergy info

Always check each ingredient for allergens and talk to a professional if unsure.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), milk, and soy in donuts and some candies; may contain nuts and eggs depending on candy and donut ingredients. Verify packaging for allergen information.

Nutrition info (per portion)

Nutrition details are for reference only, not a substitute for health advice.
  • Calories per serving: 200
  • Fat content: 6 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Protein amount: 2 g