Introduction

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Acorns are a delightful no-bake treat perfect for fall gatherings or whenever you crave a sweet and nutty snack. Combining crunchy cookies with rich chocolate and peanut butter flavor, these bite-sized acorns are simple to make and sure to impress.

The image shows several small treats made by sandwiching a milk chocolate drop between two small, round, golden-brown peanut butter cookies. Each cookie has a textured, slightly crispy surface with a small peak of melted chocolate from the drop visible on top. The chocolate drop is dark brown, smooth, and shiny, sitting between the two cookie layers, with a pointed end sticking out slightly below the sandwich. The treats are placed scattered on a white plate, set against a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Nutter Butter Bites
Hershey Kisses
Mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1: Place a Nutter Butter Bite on a clean surface to act as the base of the acorn.
Step 2: Unwrap a Hershey Kiss and press it gently onto the rounded side of the cookie, creating the acorn’s “nut” top.
Step 3: Use mini chocolate chips to add a stem to each acorn by placing a chip on top of the Hershey Kiss with a small dab of melted chocolate or peanut butter to secure it if needed.
Step 4: Allow the treats to set at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving to ensure they hold together.

Tips & Variations

Use white chocolate chips for the stem to add a fun color contrast.
Try swapping Hershey Kisses with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups for a richer peanut butter flavor.
If you want a firmer hold, use a dab of melted chocolate as an edible glue for the stem.

Storage

Store these treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week. Let them come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and texture.

How to Serve

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Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of cookies instead of Nutter Butter Bites?

Yes, any small peanut butter or vanilla sandwich cookie will work well as the base for these acorns.

Do I have to refrigerate them before serving?

Refrigeration helps the chocolate set and keeps the acorns firm, but if your kitchen is cool, they can set at room temperature as well.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Acorns Recipe

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These Peanut Butter and Chocolate Acorns are adorable, bite-sized treats that combine the nostalgic flavor of Nutter Butter cookies with rich Hershey Kisses and mini chocolate chips. Perfect for fall-themed parties or as a fun snack, these no-bake acorns come together quickly with minimal ingredients and are sure to delight both kids and adults.

Author: Nora
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: About 24 acorns 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Acorns

1 package Nutter Butter Bites (approximately 9 oz)
1 package Hershey’s Kisses (about 12 pieces)
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Prepare the base: Lay out the Nutter Butter Bites on a clean work surface to form the base of your acorns. These cookies resemble the nut portion of the acorn.
Add the cap: Unwrap Hershey’s Kisses and place one unwrapped Kiss on top of each Nutter Butter Bite, pressing slightly so they stick together. The Kiss represents the cap of the acorn.
Attach mini chocolate chips: Using a small dab of softened chocolate from the Kiss or a tiny amount of frosting, press mini chocolate chips around the base of the Kiss to mimic the texture of an acorn cap. Arrange them closely for a realistic effect.
Chill (optional): Place the assembled acorns in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes to set the chocolate and help them hold together better before serving.

Notes

You can substitute Hershey’s Kisses with any small chocolates of similar shape if desired.
For easier assembly, slightly warm the Hershey’s Kisses to soften the base for better sticking.
Store the finished acorns in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
This is a no-bake recipe, making it quick and simple for all ages.

Keywords: Peanut Butter,Chocolate,Acorns,Nutter Butter,No-Bake,Snack,Fall Treat