Name: No-Bake Chocolate Snowman Cake Pops
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups chocolate sandwich cookies or cake crumbs; 4 oz cream cheese or 1/2 cup chocolate frosting; 12 oz white chocolate chips or candy melts; 2 oz dark or milk chocolate (for decorations); Orange sprinkles or small candies (for noses); 10–12 lollipop or cake pop sticks; Optional: mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, pretzel sticks, fondant or fruit leather (for decoration)

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No-Bake Chocolate Snowman Cake Pops are adorable, festive treats that are as fun to make as they are to eat. Made with crushed cookies or cake crumbs, mixed with creamy chocolate, and shaped into cute little snowmen, these cake pops are a perfect winter or holiday dessert. I love how they require no oven time—just a few ingredients and a little creativity.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love how easy and mess-free these cake pops are. There’s no baking involved, which saves time and makes this a great recipe for kids to help with. The combination of rich chocolate and cookie crumbs gives them a fudgy, brownie-like texture. Plus, decorating each snowman brings out my inner child—it’s like edible crafting. No-Bake Chocolate Snowman Cake Pops

Ingredients

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Chocolate sandwich cookies or chocolate cake crumbs
Cream cheese or chocolate frosting
White chocolate or white candy melts (for coating)
Dark or milk chocolate (for snowman faces/buttons)
Orange sprinkles or colored candy (for noses)
Lollipop sticks or cake pop sticks
Optional: mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, pretzel sticks, scarves made from fondant or fruit leather

Directions

I start by crushing the cookies or cake crumbs in a food processor until fine.
I mix in cream cheese or frosting a little at a time until the mixture is moist enough to hold its shape—kind of like playdough.
I roll the mixture into small balls—two sizes: one slightly larger for the body and one smaller for the head.
I stack the smaller ball on top of the larger one, gently pressing them together, and insert a lollipop stick through the center.
I place the pops on a lined baking tray and freeze them for about 20–30 minutes so they firm up.
While they chill, I melt the white chocolate or candy melts until smooth.
I dip each snowman into the white chocolate coating, tapping off the excess, and place them upright to set.
Once the coating sets, I use melted dark chocolate and a toothpick or piping bag to add eyes, mouth, and buttons. I press on an orange sprinkle or small candy for the nose.
I decorate with scarves, hats, or arms using whatever I have on hand—it’s part of the fun!

Servings and timing

This recipe makes about 10–12 snowman cake pops. It takes around 20 minutes to prep and another 30–40 minutes to chill and decorate. I usually plan for about an hour from start to finish.

Variations

I sometimes use red velvet or vanilla cake crumbs instead of chocolate for a lighter interior.
Adding crushed peppermint or espresso powder to the mixture gives the pops a festive or mocha twist.
If I’m short on time, I shape them as single round cake pops instead of stacked snowmen.
Vegan cream cheese or frosting works great for a dairy-free version.
I’ve also dipped them in milk or dark chocolate and used white chocolate drizzle for a “frosted” look instead.

storage/reheating

I store the finished cake pops in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen—just let them thaw in the fridge before serving. I never microwave them, since they’re meant to be eaten cold or at room temperature.

FAQs

Can I make these without cream cheese?

Yes, I can use chocolate frosting or even a bit of condensed milk to bind the crumbs if I prefer a sweeter version.

What kind of cookies work best?

Chocolate sandwich cookies are my go-to because they already have a creamy filling, but any soft chocolate cookie will work as long as I can blend them into crumbs.

How do I keep the snowman balls from falling apart?

Chilling the cake balls before dipping helps them hold their shape. I also make sure the stick goes deep enough and don’t overload the pops with decorations.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Absolutely. I often make them a day or two in advance and keep them chilled until I’m ready to serve.

What can I use if I don’t have candy melts?

White chocolate chips work just fine. I melt them slowly and sometimes add a tiny bit of coconut oil to thin them out for easier dipping.

Conclusion

No-Bake Chocolate Snowman Cake Pops are the perfect mix of delicious and festive. They’re fun to make, easy to customize, and irresistibly cute. Whether I’m making them for a holiday party, a winter-themed dessert table, or just as a fun project on a snowy day, these little snowmen always bring smiles—and satisfy my sweet tooth.