Acorn Treats are a fun and festive snack that’s perfect for fall gatherings, holiday parties, or as a creative treat for kids. These adorable little acorns are made using chocolate kisses, mini vanilla wafers, and chocolate chips, all held together with a dab of melted chocolate or peanut butter. They’re easy to make, look charming, and are always a hit with both kids and adults. Serve them as part of a dessert platter or package them up as cute edible gifts.
Ingredients:
- 24 chocolate kisses, unwrapped
- 24 mini vanilla wafer cookies
- 24 mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips or peanut butter chips (for “glue”)
Instructions:
- Melt the Glue: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips or peanut butter chips in the microwave. Heat in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chips are completely melted and smooth.
- Assemble the Acorns:
- Take a chocolate kiss and dab a small amount of melted chocolate or peanut butter on the flat bottom.
- Press a mini vanilla wafer onto the kiss, holding it in place for a few seconds until it sticks.
- Dab a small amount of melted chocolate or peanut butter on the flat side of a mini chocolate chip.
- Attach the mini chocolate chip to the center of the top of the mini vanilla wafer, forming the acorn’s “stem.”
- Set the Acorns: Place the assembled acorns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Allow them to sit until the chocolate glue hardens, about 10-15 minutes. You can speed up the process by placing them in the refrigerator for a few minutes.
- Serve or Store: Once set, your acorn treats are ready to be enjoyed! Serve them on a platter or package them in small bags for gifting.
Enjoy these charming Acorn Treats as a sweet, seasonal snack that’s perfect for autumn!
