In a large mixing bowl, combine oreos, cream cheese, vanilla extract, and peppermint. Mix with an eclectic hand or stand mixer for 1-2 minutes until fully combined and one dough-like mixture is formed.

Using a 2 tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop dough from the bowl and form into an even, smooth, round ball using the palms of your hands. Place each ball on a large cookie (I use 11x17 inch) sheet prepared with parchment paper.

Place the cookie sheet inside the refrigerator to chill for 2 hours.

Near the end of the chill time, begin to prepare the melting wafers. Place the wafers in a microwave safe bowl and heat on 50% power or on defrost mode for 1 minute. Stir with a fork and add the crisco or oil. Return to the microwave for additional 30 seconds bursts, stirring in between, until smooth and silky.

Working one at a time, dip the oreo balls inside the chocolate using two forks or dipping tools, coating it completely before adding it back on the cookie sheet. Be sure to scrape the bottoms of your forks or dipping tools to remove any excess chocolate. You can also gently sling the ball from side to side to remove any excess. Immediately add a mini oreo to the top of each snowman, slightly hanging off the side. Repeat for each snowman before placing the sheet back into the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes.

When chill time is complete, use the black writing gel to draw two eyes and a smile on each snowman. Use the orange writing gel to draw a carrot nose (sideways triangle). Repeat for each one. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.