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Acorn Donut Holes

These cute acorn donut holes are the easiest fall treat you’ll ever make. Just dip glazed donut holes into melted chocolate and sprinkles, then top them with a pretzel stick stem. They come together in minutes, require zero baking, and are perfect for Thanksgiving, fall parties, or a fun edible craft with the kids!
Prep Time15 minutes
Rest Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Servings: 20 donut holes

Ingredients

  • 20 glazed donut holes
  • ¾ cup chocolate chips
  • 10-20 pretzel sticks
  • ¾ cup chocolate jimmies sprinkles

Instructions

  • If your pretzel sticks are long, go ahead and snap them in half — you’ll only need 10 that way instead of 20.
  • Add the chocolate chips to a small microwave-safe bowl and melt in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth and glossy. (If your chips were stored in the fridge or freezer, it might take a little longer to melt.)
  • Pour your chocolate sprinkles into a separate small bowl and set it nearby.
  • Dip the top of each donut hole into the melted chocolate — just enough to coat the tip — and gently scrape the excess off on the edge of the bowl. Then immediately dip it into the sprinkles so they stick to the chocolate.
  • Gently press a pretzel stick into the chocolatey end of the donut hole to make the acorn stem. Try not to knock off your sprinkles in the process.
  • Set each one on a parchment-lined tray and repeat until you’ve made them all.
  • Pop them in the fridge or freezer for 5 minutes if you want the chocolate to set, or dig in right away while they’re still a little melty. Up to you — there’s no wrong way to eat an acorn donut hole.