Acorn Donut Holes Recipe
These adorable Acorn Donut Holes are a fun and festive treat perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you want a sweet snack with a playful twist. Made with glazed donut holes dipped in melted chocolate, coated in chocolate sprinkles, and topped with pretzel sticks to resemble acorn stems, they’re as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Quick to prepare and no baking required, these treats are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 20 acorn donut holes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Donut Holes
- 20 glazed donut holes
Chocolate Coating and Decoration
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
- ¾ cup chocolate jimmies (sprinkles)
- 10–20 pretzel sticks (snapped in half if long, so you have 10 sticks)
Instructions
- Prepare Pretzel Sticks: If your pretzel sticks are long, snap them in half to create approximately 10 shorter sticks that will serve as the acorn stems.
- Melt Chocolate: Place the chocolate chips in a small microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the chocolate is smooth and glossy. Be patient if the chips were chilled, as melting may take a bit longer.
- Set Sprinkles Ready: Pour the chocolate sprinkles into a separate small bowl and keep it close by for easy dipping.
- Dip Donut Holes: Lightly dip the top of each donut hole into the melted chocolate to coat just the tip. Gently scrape off any excess chocolate on the edge of the bowl to avoid drips.
- Add Sprinkles: Immediately after dipping in chocolate, dip the coated tip of each donut hole into the sprinkles so they adhere nicely to the chocolate.
- Insert Pretzel Stems: Carefully press a pretzel stick into the chocolatey, sprinkled end of each donut hole to resemble an acorn stem. Be gentle to avoid dislodging the sprinkles.
- Set and Chill: Place each decorated donut hole on a parchment-lined tray. For a firmer finish, refrigerate or freeze the tray for about 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to set, or enjoy immediately while the chocolate is soft.
Notes
- If chocolate gets too thick during melting, gently reheat in shorter intervals to keep it smooth.
- Use parchment paper or wax paper on your tray to prevent sticking.
- Experiment with different sprinkles or colored chocolate to customize your acorn donut holes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for best freshness.
- If you prefer a different chocolate, white chocolate or peanut butter chips can be used as alternatives.
Keywords: Acorn donut holes, fall treats, chocolate dipped donuts, easy dessert, themed desserts, no bake sweets
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