Who doesn’t love an adorable, bite-sized treat that also happens to be super easy to make? These Chocolate Kiss Acorns are the perfect little sweets for fall gatherings, cozy family nights, or even as a surprise snack in a lunchbox. These tiny treats take less than an hour to whip up, and the result is not only delicious but Instagram-worthy too!

Plus, with just three simple ingredients — Hershey’s kisses, Nilla wafers, and chocolate chips — you’ve probably already got everything you need in your pantry. So, let’s get started and make these tasty acorns!

How to Make Chocolate Kiss Acorns

Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe

¾ cup mini semisweet chocolate chips, divided
40 mini Nilla wafer cookies
40 milk chocolate Hershey’s kisses, unwrapped

Step by Step Guide

1. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set it aside. Trust me, you don’t want melted chocolate sticking to your baking sheet!

2. Set aside ¼ cup of your chocolate chips for the stems. Melt the rest (about ½ cup) in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.

3. Now, the fun part! Place your mini Nilla wafers upside down on the tray. Use a small spoon or skewer to dab a bit of the melted chocolate onto the flat side of each cookie.

4. Then, grab a Hershey’s kiss and press it onto the melted chocolate — boom, your acorn has a base! Repeat for the remaining wafers and kisses.

4. Pop the tray into the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to let the chocolate set and secure the kisses to the wafers. You’re halfway there!

5. Reheat your remaining chocolate if needed. Using a skewer, dab a tiny bit of melted chocolate onto the top of each Nilla wafer. Press the flat side of one of your reserved chocolate chips onto the dab of chocolate to make the stem. Repeat for all your acorns.

6. Back into the fridge they go for another 5 minutes to make sure those cute little stems stay put. Once the chocolate has hardened, they’re ready to enjoy!

Sweet Tips & Fun Substitutions

Mix up the Kisses: Don’t limit yourself to classic milk chocolate Hershey’s kisses. Try special dark, almond-filled, or even the rainbow brownie variety!
Switch up the tops: If you’re feeling adventurous, swap out the Nilla wafers for mini Nutter Butters — a peanut butter twist!
Creative stems: Not a fan of chocolate chip stems? Small pieces of pretzel sticks make a crunchy, salty alternative.

Once you’ve got your cute chocolate acorns ready, store any extras in an airtight container. They’ll keep on the counter for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. But let’s be real — they’ll probably be gone long before that!

Now that you’ve mastered Chocolate Kiss Acorns, you’ve got the perfect treat for any autumn celebration. Not only do they taste delicious, but they’ll also bring a little extra charm to your snack table. So go ahead and give them a try — your family and friends will love them!

Ingredients

¾ cup mini semisweet chocolate chips, divided
40 mini Nilla wafer cookies
40 milk chocolate Hershey’s kisses, unwrapped

Instructions

Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set it aside. Trust me, you don’t want melted chocolate sticking to your baking sheet!
Set aside ¼ cup of your chocolate chips for the stems. Melt the rest (about ½ cup) in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
Now, the fun part! Place your mini Nilla wafers upside down on the tray. Use a small spoon or skewer to dab a bit of the melted chocolate onto the flat side of each cookie. Then, grab a Hershey’s kiss and press it onto the melted chocolate — boom, your acorn has a base! Repeat for the remaining wafers and kisses.
Pop the tray into the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to let the chocolate set and secure the kisses to the wafers. You’re halfway there!
Reheat your remaining chocolate if needed. Using a skewer, dab a tiny bit of melted chocolate onto the top of each Nilla wafer. Press the flat side of one of your reserved chocolate chips onto the dab of chocolate to make the stem. Repeat for all your acorns.
Back into the fridge they go for another 5 minutes to make sure those cute little stems stay put. Once the chocolate has hardened, they’re ready to enjoy!

Author: carlycampbell