NYT mini crossword answers for January 4, 2025

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player’s flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Saturday, January 4, 2025:

Across

Baby polar bear

Arctic ___, big-eared critters in white winter coats

Material for Frosty’s pipe

“I’m fr-fr-freezing!”

Poem of high praise

Frosty, e.g.

Pigs’ digs

Someone who might give bro hugs?

Down

Noses for many a 10-Across (but not Frosty’s!)

Caterer’s coffee dispenser

Turns into

Don’t confuse them with antlers

CRUSH, SPRITE, SQUIRT and STARRY, in a Connections category

Network that’s aired the Grammy Awards since 1973

___ & Jerry’s

GameCub successor

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.