Get into the holiday spirit with these adorable, melted snowman cookies, a delightful twist on seasonal baking that’s as much fun to make as it is to eat. With their playful appearance and simple vegan and gluten-free ingredients, these cookies are a wonderful project for bakers of all ages. Whether you’re hosting a holiday bash or spending a cozy evening with loved ones, these charming cookies are sure to be a hit.

Melted Snowman Cookies (Vegan and Gluten-Free)
			 Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes		
						
			 Cook Time 20 minutes		
								
			 Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes		
			
			 Servings 13 
		
						
			 Calories 261 kcal
		
						
			Ingredients
Dry
- 3 oz. gluten-free oat flour
- 3 oz. almond flour
- 3 oz. corn starch
- 1 tsp. cinnamon powder
Wet
- 6 Tbsp. avocado oil
- 6 Tbsp. maple syrup
Royal icing
- 7 oz powdered sugar
- 2 Tbsp. aquafaba liquid from canned chickpeas
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
Snowmen
- 7 vegan marshmallows halved
- 26 vegan chocolate gems
- 13 sprinkles
- 1-2 Tbsp. dark chocolate melted
Instructions
Cookies
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										In large bowl, add dry ingredients and whisk to combine.
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										Add in wet ingredients and mix well until dough is formed.
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										Preheat oven to 340 degrees F. and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
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										Form balls with 1-1/2 Tbsp. of dough. Press into palm of hand or roll dough out to 1/6-inch thickness.
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										Cut dough into circles using 3-1/2-inch cookie cutter and place cookies on cookie sheet.
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										Bake for 20 minutes and transfer to wire rack to cool.
Royal icing
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										In medium bowl, add aquafaba and lemon juice and beat with hand mixer for 30 seconds.
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										Add sifted powdered sugar and beat 3 minutes until smooth and glossy.
Decorations
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										Dip marshmallow in icing and stick to cookie. Spoon 1 Tbsp. of icing over marshmallow and spread with spoon to resemble melting snowman.
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										Place chocolate gems on top of icing as buttons
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										Repeat with remaining cookies.
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										Using toothpick, make hole for nose and inert orange sprinkle.
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										Using toothpick, draw eyes, mouth and hands with melted chocolate.
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										Store cookies in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
	Melted Snowman Cookies (Vegan and Gluten-Free)
	
	
					Amount Per Serving			 (1 g)			
	
		Calories 261
				Calories from Fat 108
			
		
	
		% Daily Value*
	
	Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0.004g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 0.3mg0%
Sodium 7mg0%
Potassium 51mg1%
Carbohydrates 38g13%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 24g27%
Protein 3g6%
			
	Vitamin A 6IU0%
Vitamin C 0.5mg1%
Calcium 32mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
		* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 
            


