These adorable Snowman Face Cupcakes are a fun and easy Christmas treat to make with kids. Soft, fluffy cupcakes are topped with creamy white frosting, a sprinkle of white sugar, and decorated with chocolate chip eyes and smiles, plus a cute orange icing nose to bring each snowman to life.

They’re a delightful treat for Christmas parties, school celebrations, or a fun snow day activity the whole family will enjoy.

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These snowman cupcakes are a simple, yet charming way to spread some Christmas cheer.

How to Make Snowman Face Cupcakes

Here are the ingredients you need to make these Snowman face cupcakes, plus step by step instructions for how to make them.

Ingredients

6 prepared cupcakes, unfrosted
½ – ¾ cup of white frosting
2 tbsp white or clear sanding sugar
36 mini chocolate chips
Orange cookie icing

Step by Step Instructions

1. Spread an even layer of white frosting over each cupcake, smoothing the surface as much as possible.

2. Lightly sprinkle sanding sugar on top to give the frosting a frosty, snow-like look.

3. Starting near the bottom edge, place 7 mini chocolate chips in a curved line to form the snowman’s smile.

4. Add 2 chocolate chips near the top for the eyes, spacing them evenly.

5. Using the orange cookie icing, pipe a small carrot-shaped nose between the eyes and mouth.

6. Serve and enjoy.

If you’re looking for something easy and festive to do on a chilly day, these snowman face cupcakes are perfect. They’re quick to put together, and decorating them feels more like play than baking. Plus, seeing everyone’s version of a snowman, some cute, some a little lopsided, always makes me laugh.

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Snowman Face Cupcakes

These easy Snowman Face Cupcakes are fun Christmas treat kids will love decorating. Perfect for Christmas parties, school celebrations. or a fun snow day activity the whole family will enjoy.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Dessert

Servings: 6

Author: Carol

Ingredients

6 prepared cupcakes, unfrosted
½ – ¾ cup of white frosting
2 tbsp white or clear sanding sugar
36 mini chocolate chips
Orange cookie icing

Instructions

Spread an even layer of white frosting over each cupcake, smoothing the surface as much as possible.
Lightly sprinkle sanding sugar on top to give the frosting a frosty, snow-like look.
Starting near the bottom edge, place 7 mini chocolate chips in a curved line to form the snowman’s smile.
Add 2 chocolate chips near the top for the eyes, spacing them evenly.
Using the orange cookie icing, pipe a small carrot-shaped nose between the eyes and mouth.
Serve and enjoy.