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Candy Acorns

Irresistible Candy Acorns: Fun Treats for Holiday Snacking

Candy Acorns are an adorable treat perfect for holiday snacking, blending nostalgia and festive fun in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Acorns
  • 30 pieces Chocolate Kisses Choose favorite flavor like milk chocolate or pumpkin spice.
  • 5.5 ounces Mini Vanilla Wafers About half of an 11-ounce package.
For the 'Glue'
  • 1 cup Baking Chips Can mix and match flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Coconut Oil Ensures baking chips melt smoothly.
Optional Variations
  • 15 pieces Mini Peanut Butter Cookies Can swap as a base for a nutty flavor.
  • Colored Baking Chips For a festive touch.

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe Bowl
  • Toothpick
  • wax paper
  • Plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Unwrap the Kisses and set aside on a clean plate.
  2. Prepare the wafers by placing them flat-side up on wax paper.
  3. Melt the baking chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  4. Attach the Kisses by dabbing melted chocolate on the wafer and pressing the Kiss onto it.
  5. Add the acorn caps by sticking an unmelted baking chip into melted chocolate on the wafer.
  6. Cool the assembled Candy Acorns at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 0.5gFat: 1.5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 15mgSugar: 3g

Notes

Engaging kids in the process not only makes memories but also sparks their creativity; encourage them to mix and match flavors for personalized treats.

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