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Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Marshmallow Snowmen



One of my favorite things about Christmas is baking cookies.  I bake lots of cookies, and give cookie gifts to my friends and co-workers.  I've got some that I always make (candy cane cookies, brownie drops and melting moments) and some that vary from year to year.

One new one that I first made two years ago is now on the "always make" list - Marshmallow Snowmen.  These are really cute, and pretty easy to make.  They make a really cute top for my cookie boxes!  Here's how to make your own:



Marshmallow Snowmen

Ingredients:

  • Large marshmallows ( 3 per pop)
  • Long lollipop sticks (these are about 7" long)
  • White chocolate candy melts 
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Waxed Paper
  • Cellophane Bags & Ribbon


Directions:

1. Push 3 marshmallows onto the sticks. The stick should come about 3/4 of the way through the top marshmallow(the head), but should not poke all the way through. The marshmallows should be touching each other (no gaps in between). I liked  mine, as you can see, with the stick through the flat sides, but they also look quite nice with the flat sides facing out.
2. Melt white chocolate according to the package directions in a medium bowl.
3. Working quickly, dip marshmallow pops into the white chocolate. The marshmallows need to be completely covered, or they will get hard and they won't look nice. Shake slightly to allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper. While the chocolate is still wet, add chocolate chips for eyes, nose and buttons.
4. Allow chocolate to set. Peel from waxed paper and wrap in cellophane. Tie with ribbon and store in a cool place.




Adorable!  These were a big hit in last year's cookie boxes, and I look forward to making them again!



Zentmrs
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2 comments:

  1. I'm a sucker for snowmen--and you made the cutest ones!

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  2. This is such a cute and lovely idea!
    I would love to have you share this, and/or any other recipe of your at Wednesday Extravaganza - my Foodie Link Party with the chance to get a lifetime feature on my Wall of Fame. Here is the link:
    http://www.hungrylittlegirl.com/1/post/2012/11/wednesday-extravaganza-4.html

    Can't wait to see you there!

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