Have you ever had “Snowman Soup”? This quick and easy treat is the perfect pick-me-up when the weather turns cold and everyone wants to snuggle up with something warm. It’s really just a beautifully dressed-up hot chocolate mix, but the story and the presentation make it feel special. It packages up perfectly as a gift or as an addition to a Christmas Eve box. Don’t worry — no snowmen were harmed for this recipe!
Simple to assemble, snowman soup also makes a lovely little gift idea for your child’s school friends, teachers or grandparents. Pop it in a new Christmas-themed mug for an extra treat.
It works well as a stocking stuffer idea, a Secret Santa or Kris Kringle gift, or one of the “12 Days of Christmas” gifts for someone special.
YOU MAY ALSO ENJOY: How to Make Magic Reindeer Food – Rudolph LOVES it!
How to Make Snowman Soup
Ingredients
- 1 serving of hot chocolate powder (measured out)
- 10–15 mini marshmallows
- 1 small candy cane (this is the stirrer)
- 2–3 small chocolates, e.g. chocolate buttons, chocolate bites, or chocolate kisses
- 1 cone-shaped treat bag or small ziplock-style bag
- A label or homemade gift tag
- A gift mug (optional)
Method
1. If you have a cone-shaped treat bag, it’s nice to add the ingredients in layers — start with the hot chocolate powder and chocolates, then layer in the mini marshmallows and the candy cane stirrer on top.
2. If you don’t have a cone-shaped bag, two smaller bags work just as well — one for the hot chocolate mix and chocolates, and another for the marshmallows and candy cane stirrer.
3. Use a ribbon or bag tie to close the bag, adding a gift tag or the snowman soup poem below.
Snowman Soup Poem
You could add this poem to accompany your snowman soup gift:
I was told you’ve been real good this year.
I’m always glad to hear it!
With freezing weather drawing near,
You’ll need to warm the spirit.
So here’s a little snowman soup,
complete with stirring stick.
Add hot water, sip it slow.
It’s sure to do the trick!
FAQs About Snowman Soup
What is snowman soup?
Snowman soup is a fun, gift-wrapped hot chocolate mix. It’s not an actual soup — the “soup” is really hot chocolate powder, mini marshmallows, a candy cane stirrer and a few small chocolates, all bundled together with a cute poem or tag.
How do you serve snowman soup?
Simply tip the hot chocolate powder and chocolates into a mug, add hot water or warm milk, stir well, then top with the marshmallows and use the candy cane as a stirrer.
Can I make snowman soup dairy-free or allergy-friendly?
Yes — just swap in a dairy-free hot chocolate powder, marshmallows and chocolates that suit your child’s dietary needs. Always check ingredient labels carefully, especially if giving snowman soup to a friend’s or classmate’s child.
How long does a snowman soup gift keep?
Because the ingredients are dry (hot chocolate powder, marshmallows, candy cane and chocolates), a sealed snowman soup gift bag will keep well for the run-up to Christmas. Check the best-before dates on your specific ingredients to be sure.
What can I put snowman soup in?
Small cone-shaped treat bags, mini ziplock-style bags, jam jars or a Christmas mug all work nicely. Choose whatever you have on hand — it’s the thought and the poem that make it special.
You May Also Enjoy
- How to Make Polar Bear Marshmallows Perfect for Christmas Hot Chocolate
- How to Make Magic Reindeer Food
- 50 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Kids
Looking for more easy Christmas gift ideas your kids can help make? Browse our other winter food and craft ideas for more inspiration to bring home this season.
Get More Ideas Like This
Want more easy, kid-friendly recipes and Christmas activity ideas delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for the MyKidsTime newsletter for weekly ideas to keep the family entertained all year round.
