Snowman Cupcakes
Make these whimsical melted Snowman Cupcakes for a super cute treat for a Christmas party. With a few easy toppings, plain cupcakes are transformed into melting snowmen.
Servings: 24
Calories: 262kcal
Ingredients
FOR THE CUPCAKES:
- 1 pkg White Cake Mix
- *Ingredients to prepare the cupcakes based on the package instructions
- 48 Pretzel Sticks
- 24 Large Marshmallows
- 1 cup Mini M&Ms
- Black Decorating Gel
- Orange Decorating Gel
FOR THE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING:
- 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter softened
- 2 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Milk
- 1 tsp Clear Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Prepare the cupcakes based on the package instructions and allow them to cool completely before decorating the cupcakes.
- While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. Cream together the butter and powdered sugar until combined and smooth. Then add in the milk and vanilla extract and mix for 1-2 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Pipe the frosting onto each of the cupcakes.
- Immediately add the marshmallows onto each cupcake toward the back of the cupcakes. Then add the mini M&Ms in the front to resemble the buttons on a snowman. Stick 2 pretzel sticks on either side of the marshmallow into the cupcake for the arms of the snowman.
- Use the black and orange decorating gel to add on the face onto the marshmallow.
- Let the decorating gel completely and then the cupcakes are ready to serve and enjoy!
Notes
You can use pre-made frosting to save more time on this recipe if you prefer.
If you cannot find mini M&Ms, you can use chocolate chips instead.
Store the leftover cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 175mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 199IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg
