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Easy Melted Snowman Sugar Cookies

A hand holding one delicious melted snowman cookie decorated with white icing, chocolate chip eyes/mouth, and a candy carrot nose.
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Make cute, seasonal cookies that look like snowmen melting in the sun. This recipe uses simple sugar cookies and easy decorating steps for family fun.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 batch royal icing or store-bought white icing
  • Small round chocolate candies (for eyes/buttons)
  • Orange sprinkles or small candy pieces (for nose)
  • Pretzel pieces or thin licorice (for arms)
  • Mini marshmallows (for melting effect)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes if it feels too soft.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out large circles for the body and smaller circles for the head.
  8. Place the head slightly overlapping the body circle to suggest a melting effect. Place the mini marshmallow on top of the head circle.
  9. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before moving.
  10. Once cool, use the white icing to cover the cookie base, letting the icing flow slightly over the edges to enhance the melting look.
  11. Before the icing sets, place the chocolate candies for eyes and buttons. Place the orange piece for the nose.
  12. Insert two small pretzel pieces or licorice strips into the sides of the body for arms.
  13. Let the icing dry completely before serving or storing.

Notes

  • For a quicker version, use store-bought sugar cookie dough and skip the chilling step.
  • If you want a peanut butter version, substitute 1/2 cup of the flour with peanut butter cookie mix or use a standard peanut butter cookie recipe base.
  • Use a toothpick to gently shape the icing for a more fluid, melting appearance.

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