Slow Cooker Snowballs (Easy No-Bake Holiday Treats)

Slow Cooker Snowballs (Easy No-Bake Holiday Treats)

Slow Cooker Snowballs are a cozy, festive dessert that tastes like winter in every bite. Despite the name, they don’t actually require baking—and they’re not complicated at all. The slow cooker is just used to gently melt and blend ingredients into a rich, creamy base before shaping them into sweet, snowy treats.

These are perfect for holidays because they’re low-effort, kid-friendly, and make your kitchen smell amazing without needing the oven.

What Are Slow Cooker Snowballs?

Slow Cooker Snowballs are soft, sweet coconut-coated treats made from a warm, melted mixture of chocolate, condensed milk, butter, and cookies or cake crumbs. Once chilled, they’re rolled into balls and coated in shredded coconut or powdered sugar to resemble snowballs.

They’re similar in texture to truffles or cake pops, but much easier since you don’t need baking or complicated shaping techniques.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s a simple base recipe that you can customize:

Base mixture:

• 2 cups crushed vanilla cookies (or graham crackers)
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup white chocolate chips (or milk chocolate for a richer taste)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Coating:

• 1 to 2 cups shredded coconut (or powdered sugar for a snowy finish)

Optional add-ins:

• Crushed nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts)
• Mini marshmallows
• Sprinkles for a festive touch
• A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for holiday flavor

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Slow Cooker

Lightly grease your slow cooker with a bit of butter or non-stick spray. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.

Step 2: Melt the Base Ingredients

Add the butter, sweetened condensed milk, and white chocolate chips into the slow cooker.

• Set it to LOW heat
• Stir every 10–15 minutes until everything melts into a smooth mixture

This usually takes about 30–45 minutes, depending on your slow cooker.

Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients

Once the mixture is fully melted and smooth:

• Stir in the crushed cookies
• Add vanilla extract
• Mix until everything is evenly combined

The mixture should be thick, sticky, and slightly dough-like.

Step 4: Chill the Mixture

Turn off the slow cooker and let the mixture cool slightly.

Then:

• Transfer it to a bowl
• Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until firm enough to shape

This step is important—if it’s too warm, it won’t hold its shape.

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