DIY Snowglobe Cupcakes
These Dollar Tree Snow Globe Cupcakes are almost too easy to make! All you need are a few plastic snow globes from Dollar Tree and a pack of snowman-themed cupcakes from Walmart. Simply wash and dry the globes, place a cupcake inside the white screw-on base, twist on the clear dome — and you’ve got the cutest holiday dessert in minutes! Try making a batch for your next Christmas party, school event, or gift exchange — everyone will love them!
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Why You’ll Love It: They’re the cutest holiday cupcakes ever — and you don’t even have to bake! Using Dollar Tree snow globes and store-bought cupcakes makes this project quick, fun, and totally stress-free. Time Needed: About 10 minutes (including washing and drying the snow globes) Skill Level: Beginner – if you can twist on a lid, you can make these! Flavor & Texture: Soft, sweet cupcakes with creamy frosting and a festive holiday theme — all wrapped up in a mini snow globe! Would I Make This Again? Absolutely! These are a go-to for class parties, office treats, or last-minute Christmas desserts.xoxo Stephanie
The Story Behind These Snowglobe Cupcakes
For several years, I’ve created video footage for Foodtalk Daily. I absolutely love it because the recipes I make are super simple, super trendy and super delicous!
These snow globe cupcakes were one of the videos I created, and seriously, they were just the most adorable cupcakes ever! They reminded me of my melting snowman sugar cookies but required about 1% of the effort! I’ll take this kind of recipe any day of the week during the holidays when I’m scrambling to get everything done!
Easy Snow Globe Cupcakes Using Dollar Tree Finds
What You’ll Need
- Plastic snow globes from Dollar Tree (the kind with a clear bubble and white screw-on base)
- Store-bought snowman cupcakes from Walmart bakery
- Warm soapy water + towel for drying
Step 1: Prep the Snow Globes
Start by washing the plastic snow globes in warm, soapy water and letting them air dry completely. This helps remove any dust or residue before adding your cupcakes.
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Step 2: Pick the Perfect Cupcakes
I used the snowman-themed cupcakes from my local grocery store because they already had cute little plastic snowmen on top — perfect for a snow globe look! You can use any cupcake design you like — Christmas trees, reindeer, or even simple frosted cupcakes with sprinkles would all work great.
Step 3: Assemble Your Snow Globe Cupcakes
- Remove the white screw-on base from the snow globe
- Sprinkle some additional winter/snow-themed sprinkles on top of the cupcakes
- Place one cupcake directly inside the white base (frosting side up)
- Carefully position the clear bubble over the cupcake and gently twist it onto the base to secure
And that’s it! You’ve just made a Snow Globe Cupcake — no baking, no mess, no stress.
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Snow Globe Cupcakes (No-Bake)
Equipment
- plastic snow globe container I purchased mine at Dollar Tree
Ingredients
- 1 store-bought cupcake
- sprinkles winter themed
Instructions
Wash and Dry the Snow Globes
- Remove the plastic snow globes from their packaging and wash each piece in warm, soapy water. Rinse well and let them air dry completely.
Prepare the Cupcakes
- Use store-bought cupcakes (I used snowman-themed ones from Walmart). Leave them in their wrappers for easier handling.
Add a Sprinkle of Snow
- If desired, add a few winter-themed sprinkles or edible glitter on top of each cupcake for extra sparkle.
Assemble the Snow Globes
- Place one cupcake directly inside the white screw-on base of the Dollar Tree snow globe, frosting side up.
Secure the Dome
- Carefully place the clear bubble over the cupcake and gently twist it onto the base until snug.
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Stephanie—home cook, DIY addict, seasonal decor fanatic, and proud chicken wrangler living in a Victorian house that’s always a project. Whether I’m cooking with garden-fresh ingredients, herding mischievous chickens, or tackling another DIY, I’m here to share the fun (and chaos).
