Hershey Kisses acorn treats or chocolate acorns are adorable bite-sized snacks that combine the classic chocolate kiss with a cookie base to create a whimsical acorn shape.
Like our Nutter butter acorns, these no-bake treats are as fun to make as they are to eat, capturing all shades of fall in a sweet and simple way.
Easy Acorn treats recipe
These cute and delicious fall-themed snacks are perfect for autumn gatherings or as a fun project with kids.
Fall is actually my favorite time of the year. It's not hot, not cold and not rainy. I love that it brings a bounty of flavors and festive treats, one of which is this whimsical and delightful Hershey's Kisses acorn treat.
By combining the iconic shape of Hershey's Kisses with other pantry staples, anyone can make these charming chocolate acorns.
Recipe highlights
- Quick and easy: Whip up a batch in minutes with no baking required.
- Kid-friendly: A perfect activity for little helpers in the kitchen.
- Great for parties, gifts, or just a sweet autumn snack. It can be a sweet addition to your fall charcuterie board.
- Easily adapt the recipe with different types of mini cookies or even round pretzels.
Ingredients
- Hershey's kisses
- Mini Nilla wafer cookies
- Chocolate chips
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- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Microwave safe bowl
- Wooden Skewer
How to make acorn treats with Hershey's kisses
Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
Divide the mini chocolate chips into ½ and ¼ cups. Set the ¼ cup aside and melt the ½ cup in the microwave at 30 min intervals till fully melted.
Place each wafer cookie upside down then using the skewer, dab some melted chocolate on each cookie (work in batches)
Then place a Hershey chocolate kiss on the wafer cookie with the melted chocolate acting as glue.
When all is done, place the baking sheet with the acorns in the refrigerator to chill for 10 mins.
After 10 mins, rewarm the melted chocolate if it's beginning to solidify.
Next dab melted chocolate on the other side of the wafers then attach the mini chocolate chips from the reserved ¼ cup on each of the acorns for the stem.
When all is attached, let them chill for another 5 mins in the refrigerator before serving.
How to store
Store Hershey's Kisses acorn treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to two weeks. Avoid exposing them to direct sunlight or heat to prevent melting.
Helpful Tips
- Line your work surface with parchment paper for easy cleanup
- Feel free to use any flavor Hershey’s kiss you’d like that is chocolate such as Milk chocolate, or special dark as long as the exterior is covered with chocolate.
- Substitute the mini Nilla wafers, with mini Nutter Butters or mini golden Oreos.
- You can also substitute the acorn stems with small pieces of pretzel sticks instead of using Mimi chocolate chips.
- Allow chocolate to set completely before serving.
FAQs
If you are looking for that iconic acorn shape, it's best you use the kisses.
This particular recipe doesn't contain nuts (since we used vanilla wafers and not mini nutter butter. However, it's best to read the labels of the ingredients you are using to ensure it's processed in a nut free facility.
Absolutely! These Thanksgiving acorn treats can be made 1-2 days in advance and stored properly until serving.
More whimsical treats for the holidays
- Nutter butter turkeys
- Oreo crabs
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Hershey's Kisses acorn treats are a delightful addition to any fall gathering or Thanksgiving spread. These charming fall acorn treats are simple to make, visually appealing, and sure to impress guests of all ages.
Why not gather your ingredients and start creating these adorable autumn-inspired treats today? Your friends and family will thank you for bringing a touch of whimsy to the dessert table!
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Hershey's Kisses acorn treats
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- 1 * Skewer (for dabbing melted chocolate on the wafers)
Ingredients
- ¾ cup mini chocolate chips (divided into ½ and ¼)
- 40 mini Nilla wafer cookies (substitute with mini nutter butter cookies)
- 40 Hershey's Chocolate kisses (unwrapped)
Instructions
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set it aside.
- Reserve ¼ cup of the mini chocolate chips for the stems. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the remaining ½ cup of chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until fully melted.
- Place the Nilla wafers upside down. Use a small spoon or a skewer to add a dab of melted chocolate to the center of the flat side of each cookie.
- Press the bottom of a Hershey’s kiss onto the chocolate on each Nilla wafer. The melted chocolate will act as glue. Repeat with the remaining Hershey’s kisses and Nilla wafers. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set completely.
- Once set, reheat the reserved melted semisweet chocolate chips.
- Use a skewer to apply a small amount of melted chocolate to the top of each Nilla wafer. Press the flat side of a chocolate chip onto the chocolate to create the acorn stem. Repeat with the remaining acorns and chocolate chips.
- Return the tray to the refrigerator for another 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden and the stems to set. Enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to use any flavor Hershey’s kiss you’d like that is chocolate such as Milk chocolate, or special dark as long as the exterior is covered with chocolate.
- Substitute the mini Nilla wafers, with mini Nutter Butters or mini Golden Oreos.
- You can also substitute the acorn stems with small pieces of pretzel sticks instead of using Mimi chocolate chips.
