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Acorn Donut Hole Treats with Chocolate and Pretzel Sticks Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 20 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These delightful Acorn Donut Holes are a fun and easy treat perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you want a sweet snack with a playful twist. Pretzel sticks simulate the acorn stems while glazed donut holes coated in melted chocolate and sprinkles create charming acorn caps. Ready in just 22 minutes and requiring no baking, this whimsical recipe is perfect for all ages.

Ingredients

Acorn Donut Holes

  • 10 pretzel sticks (long, snapped in half, or 20 short ones)
  • 20 donut holes (glazed)

Chocolate Coating

  • ¾ cup chocolate chips
  • ¾ cup chocolate sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Melt the chocolate: Place the chocolate chips in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds to ensure smooth melting. Chocolate may take longer if it is chilled.
  2. Prepare the sprinkles: Pour the chocolate sprinkles into a small bowl, ready for dipping.
  3. Dip the donut holes: Dip the tip of each glazed donut hole into the melted chocolate, then scrape off excess chocolate by gently scraping the side of the bowl.
  4. Coat with sprinkles: Immediately dip the chocolate-covered tip into the bowl of chocolate sprinkles, covering the chocolate before it hardens.
  5. Insert pretzel stems: Carefully stick one pretzel stick into the chocolate and sprinkle coated end of the donut hole, making sure not to scrape off any sprinkles.
  6. Dry the acorns: Place the assembled acorn donut holes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to dry and set up.
  7. Set the chocolate: Serve immediately while the chocolate is still soft and gooey, or chill for 5 minutes in the refrigerator or freezer to allow the chocolate to fully set and harden.

Notes

  • Use glazed donut holes for the best appearance and flavor.
  • If the chocolate starts to harden while dipping, gently reheat it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
  • Store leftover acorn donut holes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • For a nut-free option, verify that the chocolate chips and sprinkles do not contain nuts.
  • These treats can be customized by using colored sprinkles to match seasonal themes.

Find it online: https://ivysrecipes.com/acorn-donut-hole-treats-with-chocolate-and-pretzel-sticks-recipe/